Pingwu County, Sichuan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Pingwu County, Sichuan gets 759 mm of precipitation a year over about 159 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 23°C) and January the coldest (average low -11°C).

Pingwu County climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Pingwu County, Sichuan has warm summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 7°C in January to 23°C in August. May is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Pingwu County get?

Pingwu County gets 759 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 159 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 96% of China.

May is the wettest month, with 122 mm. December is the driest, with 4 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 21.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to January 16, 2024.

Pingwu County weather by month

Pingwu County weather in January

In January, Pingwu County averages a high of 7°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2006) and the record low is -20°C (1991).

Pingwu County weather in February

In February, Pingwu County averages a high of 9°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2009) and the record low is -18°C (2008).

Pingwu County weather in March

In March, Pingwu County averages a high of 12°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The March record high is 25°C (2015) and the record low is -17°C (1986).

Pingwu County weather in April

In April, Pingwu County averages a high of 16°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 74 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 16% of daylight hours. The April record high is 28°C (1998) and the record low is -9°C (1983).

Pingwu County weather in May

In May, Pingwu County averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 20 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2004) and the record low is -4°C (2022).

Pingwu County weather in June

In June, Pingwu County averages a high of 20°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 21 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The June record high is 29°C (2002) and the record low is -2°C (1980). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingwu County weather in July

In July, Pingwu County averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 99 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The July record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is 1°C (1973). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingwu County weather in August

In August, Pingwu County averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The August record high is 32°C (2022) and the record low is -1°C (1971). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingwu County weather in September

In September, Pingwu County averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 107 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The September record high is 29°C (2008) and the record low is -2°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pingwu County weather in October

In October, Pingwu County averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 10% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (2000) and the record low is -9°C (1986).

Pingwu County weather in November

In November, Pingwu County averages a high of 11°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The November record high is 22°C (1987) and the record low is -18°C (1972).

Pingwu County weather in December

In December, Pingwu County averages a high of 8°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The December record high is 19°C (2002) and the record low is -21°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Pingwu County

December is the sunniest month in Pingwu County, with sunshine about 34% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest, at 10%. Over the year the sun shines about 21% of daylight hours. Pingwu County is cloudier than 99% of China.

Humidity peaks in October at 87% and is lowest in May at 74%.

First and last freeze in Pingwu County

The first fall freeze in Pingwu County typically comes around October 3, and the last spring freeze around May 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 148 days.

Pingwu County weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Pingwu County station is 36°C, on May 29, 2004. The coldest is -21°C, on December 26, 1982.

The wettest day on record brought 48 mm of rain, on October 4, 2021.

48 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Pingwu County

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -9°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 9°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 2°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January6.9 mm576%31%22°-20°
February13 mm780%22%21°-18°
March36 mm1378%20%25°-17°
April74 mm1678%16%28°-9°
May122 mm2074%20%36°-4°
June119 mm2175%19%29°-2°
July99 mm1780%25%31°
August85 mm1581%21%32°-1°
September107 mm1786%18%29°-2°
October79 mm1887%10%27°-9°
November15 mm784%20%22°-18°
December4.1 mm379%34%19°-21°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Pingwu County climate questions

How much rain does Pingwu County get?

Pingwu County gets 759 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 159 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Pingwu County?

May is the wettest month in Pingwu County, with 122 mm. December is the driest, with 4 mm.

How many rainy days does Pingwu County have a year?

Pingwu County has about 159 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 21.

What is the hottest month in Pingwu County?

July is the warmest month in Pingwu County, with an average high of 23°C.

What is the coldest month in Pingwu County?

January is the coldest month in Pingwu County, with an average low of -11°C.

What is the record high temperature in Pingwu County?

The record high at the Pingwu County station is 36°C, set on May 29, 2004. The record low is -21°C, on December 26, 1982.

What is the sunniest month in Pingwu County?

December is the sunniest month in Pingwu County, with sunshine about 34% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Pingwu County?

The first fall freeze in Pingwu County typically comes around October 3. The last spring freeze is around May 8.

What is the best time to visit Pingwu County?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically June to September, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SONGPAN (94 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SONGPAN.