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Putian, Fujian Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Putian, Fujian?
Putian, Fujian gets 1469 mm of precipitation a year over about 138 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 8°C).
Humid subtropical climate
Putian, Fujian has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 16°C in January to 35°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 9° | 17° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 16° | 24° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 25° | 33° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 19° | 27° |
How much rain does Putian get?
Putian gets 1469 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 138 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 77% of China.
June is the wettest month, with 231 mm. December is the driest, with 44 mm. May has the most rainy days, about 16.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to August 28, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Putian got 257 mm of rain, against a normal of 1469 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 223 mm.
Putian weather by month
Putian weather in January
In January, Putian averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -2°C (2016).
Putian weather in February
In February, Putian averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 32°C (2024) and the record low is 0°C (2018). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Putian weather in March
In March, Putian averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 137 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 34°C (2024) and the record low is 1°C (1972). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Putian weather in April
In April, Putian averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 146 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 36°C (2011) and the record low is 6°C (1974). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Putian weather in May
In May, Putian averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 193 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 20% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 38°C (1991) and the record low is 11°C (1991).
Putian weather in June
In June, Putian averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 231 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 9% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2000) and the record low is 16°C (1981).
Putian weather in July
In July, Putian averages a high of 34°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 151 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 42°C (2022) and the record low is 20°C (1982).
Putian weather in August
In August, Putian averages a high of 34°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 195 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 42°C (2022) and the record low is 21°C (1974).
Putian weather in September
In September, Putian averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 134 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 16°C (1997).
Putian weather in October
In October, Putian averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 36% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 9°C (1981).
Putian weather in November
In November, Putian averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 41% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 33°C (2005) and the record low is 3°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Putian weather in December
In December, Putian averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (1991). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Putian
January is the sunniest month in Putian, with estimated sunshine of 46% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 9%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 33% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Putian is cloudier than 83% of China.
Humidity peaks in June at 83% and is lowest in December at 69%.
Putian has about 78 days a year above 32°C. Putian is hotter than 91% of China.
Putian weather records
These records cover FUZHOU during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Putian station is 42°C, on July 24, 2022. The coldest is -2°C, on January 25, 2016.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 358 mm of precipitation, on September 5, 2023.
42 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 Putian
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 9°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 15°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 25°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 20°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8° | 16° | 58 mm | 9 | 70% | 46% | 28° | -2° |
| February | 9° | 17° | 80 mm | 13 | 75% | 38% | 32° | 0° |
| March | 11° | 19° | 137 mm | 16 | 74% | 36% | 34° | 1° |
| April | 16° | 24° | 146 mm | 15 | 73% | 32% | 36° | 6° |
| May | 19° | 28° | 193 mm | 16 | 78% | 20% | 38° | 11° |
| June | 23° | 31° | 231 mm | 15 | 83% | 9% | 39° | 16° |
| July | 26° | 34° | 151 mm | 10 | 76% | 30% | 42° | 20° |
| August | 26° | 34° | 195 mm | 13 | 80% | 30% | 42° | 21° |
| September | 24° | 31° | 134 mm | 10 | 77% | 39% | 39° | 16° |
| October | 19° | 27° | 49 mm | 6 | 71% | 36% | 37° | 9° |
| November | 16° | 23° | 52 mm | 7 | 72% | 41% | 33° | 3° |
| December | 11° | 18° | 44 mm | 8 | 69% | 44% | 30° | -2° |
Station: FUZHOU, 77 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Putian climate questions
How much rain does Putian get?
Putian gets 1469 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 138 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Putian?
June is the wettest month in Putian, with 231 mm. December is the driest, with 44 mm.
How many rainy days does Putian have a year?
Putian has about 138 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 16.
What is the hottest month in Putian?
July is the warmest month in Putian, with an average high of 34°C.
What is the coldest month in Putian?
January is the coldest month in Putian, with an average low of 8°C.
What is the record high temperature in Putian?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Putian station is 42°C, set on July 24, 2022. The record low is -2°C, on January 25, 2016.
What is the sunniest month in Putian?
January is the sunniest month in Putian, with estimated sunshine of 46% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
What is the best time to visit Putian?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically February to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.