Pizhou, Jiangsu Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Pizhou, Jiangsu gets 864 mm of precipitation a year over about 81 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -3°C).

Pizhou climate at a glance

Subtropical monsoon climate

Pizhou, Jiangsu has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 32°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Pizhou get?

Pizhou gets 864 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 81 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 62% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 242 mm. January is the driest, with 20 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to November 11, 2022.

Pizhou weather by month

Pizhou weather in January

In January, Pizhou averages a high of 6°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (1979) and the record low is -13°C (1970).

Pizhou weather in February

In February, Pizhou averages a high of 9°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (2009) and the record low is -16°C (1990).

Pizhou weather in March

In March, Pizhou averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2025) and the record low is -8°C (1988).

Pizhou weather in April

In April, Pizhou averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (1978) and the record low is -2°C (1991). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pizhou weather in May

In May, Pizhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (1982) and the record low is 6°C (1981).

Pizhou weather in June

In June, Pizhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 121 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (1972) and the record low is 12°C (1987).

Pizhou weather in July

In July, Pizhou averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 242 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The July record high is 40°C (1988) and the record low is 16°C (1976).

Pizhou weather in August

In August, Pizhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 155 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 13°C (2003).

Pizhou weather in September

In September, Pizhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 72 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2024) and the record low is 7°C (1972).

Pizhou weather in October

In October, Pizhou averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is -1°C (1974). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Pizhou weather in November

In November, Pizhou averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is -9°C (2015).

Pizhou weather in December

In December, Pizhou averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -13°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Pizhou

December is the sunniest month in Pizhou, with sunshine about 60% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 30%. Over the year the sun shines about 45% of daylight hours. Pizhou is cloudier than 52% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 83% and is lowest in March at 60%.

Pizhou has about 39 days a year above 32°C. Pizhou is hotter than 60% of China.

First and last freeze in Pizhou

The first fall freeze in Pizhou typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around March 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 249 days.

Pizhou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Pizhou station is 41°C, on June 11, 1972. The coldest is -16°C, on February 1, 1990.

The wettest day on record brought 315 mm of rain, on July 17, 1997.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Pizhou

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -1°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 12°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January20 mm467%51%20°-13°
February21 mm564%42%26°-16°
March33 mm660%42%32°-8°
April38 mm661%40%34°-2°
May66 mm761%44%38°
June121 mm865%39%41°12°
July242 mm1283%30%40°16°
August155 mm1181%41%38°13°
September72 mm777%46%37°
October40 mm670%47%34°-1°
November36 mm568%53%29°-9°
December20 mm460%60%23°-13°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Pizhou climate questions

How much rain does Pizhou get?

Pizhou gets 864 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 81 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Pizhou?

July is the wettest month in Pizhou, with 242 mm. January is the driest, with 20 mm.

How many rainy days does Pizhou have a year?

Pizhou has about 81 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Pizhou?

July is the warmest month in Pizhou, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Pizhou?

January is the coldest month in Pizhou, with an average low of -3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Pizhou?

The record high at the Pizhou station is 41°C, set on June 11, 1972. The record low is -16°C, on February 1, 1990.

What is the sunniest month in Pizhou?

December is the sunniest month in Pizhou, with sunshine about 60% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Pizhou?

The first fall freeze in Pizhou typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around March 14.

What is the best time to visit Pizhou?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station XUZHOU (74 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station XUZHOU.