Qingdao, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Qingdao get?

Qingdao gets 782 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 86 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 56% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 184 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 60 days, to March 11, 2022.

Qingdao weather by month

Qingdao weather in January

In January, Qingdao averages a high of 3°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The January record high is 13°C (2002) and the record low is -16°C (2021).

Qingdao weather in February

In February, Qingdao averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The February record high is 19°C (1996) and the record low is -12°C (1977).

Qingdao weather in March

In March, Qingdao averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The March record high is 24°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1974).

Qingdao weather in April

In April, Qingdao averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The April record high is 25°C (2025) and the record low is -1°C (1991).

Qingdao weather in May

In May, Qingdao averages a high of 21°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (1992) and the record low is 6°C (1987). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingdao weather in June

In June, Qingdao averages a high of 24°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 85 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The June record high is 34°C (1994) and the record low is 12°C (1991). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingdao weather in July

In July, Qingdao averages a high of 28°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 177 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 13°C (1976).

Qingdao weather in August

In August, Qingdao averages a high of 28°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 184 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2009) and the record low is 15°C (2009).

Qingdao weather in September

In September, Qingdao averages a high of 26°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2002) and the record low is 10°C (1981). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingdao weather in October

In October, Qingdao averages a high of 20°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1983) and the record low is 2°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingdao weather in November

In November, Qingdao averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The November record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (1971).

Qingdao weather in December

In December, Qingdao averages a high of 6°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (2023) and the record low is -11°C (1985).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Qingdao

December is the sunniest month in Qingdao, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 36%. Over the year the sun shines about 50% of daylight hours. Qingdao is sunnier than 61% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 90% and is lowest in December at 61%.

Qingdao has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Qingdao is cooler than 95% of China.

First and last freeze in Qingdao

The first fall freeze in Qingdao typically comes around November 26, and the last spring freeze around March 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 254 days.

Qingdao weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Qingdao station is 39°C, on July 15, 2002. The coldest is -16°C, on January 8, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 223 mm of rain, on September 4, 1970.

33 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 Qingdao

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -1°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 13°C.

Qingdao climate questions

How much rain does Qingdao get?

Qingdao gets 782 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 86 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Qingdao?

August is the wettest month in Qingdao, with 184 mm. January is the driest, with 13 mm.

How many rainy days does Qingdao have a year?

Qingdao has about 86 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Qingdao?

August is the warmest month in Qingdao, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Qingdao?

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

What is the record high temperature in Qingdao?

The record high at the Qingdao station is 39°C, set on July 15, 2002. The record low is -16°C, on January 8, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Qingdao?

December is the sunniest month in Qingdao, with sunshine about 59% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Qingdao?

The first fall freeze in Qingdao typically comes around November 26. The last spring freeze is around March 17.

What is the best time to visit Qingdao?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.