Qingyang, Gansu Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Qingyang, Gansu gets 545 mm of precipitation a year over about 90 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -9°C).

Qingyang climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Qingyang, Gansu has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Qingyang get?

Qingyang gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 90 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 55% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 110 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to January 12, 2023.

Qingyang weather by month

Qingyang weather in January

In January, Qingyang averages a high of 3°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (2014) and the record low is -22°C (1977).

Qingyang weather in February

In February, Qingyang averages a high of 6°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (1996) and the record low is -19°C (1972).

Qingyang weather in March

In March, Qingyang averages a high of 12°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2004) and the record low is -13°C (1986).

Qingyang weather in April

In April, Qingyang averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (2006) and the record low is -7°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingyang weather in May

In May, Qingyang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 48 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (1981) and the record low is -2°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingyang weather in June

In June, Qingyang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 80 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is 4°C (1970). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingyang weather in July

In July, Qingyang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 110 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (1997) and the record low is 9°C (1973).

Qingyang weather in August

In August, Qingyang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 109 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2021) and the record low is 8°C (1986). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingyang weather in September

In September, Qingyang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (1997) and the record low is -1°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingyang weather in October

In October, Qingyang averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1987) and the record low is -8°C (1986).

Qingyang weather in November

In November, Qingyang averages a high of 9°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (1987) and the record low is -16°C (1987).

Qingyang weather in December

In December, Qingyang averages a high of 4°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The December record high is 18°C (1989) and the record low is -24°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Qingyang

December is the sunniest month in Qingyang, with sunshine about 60% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest, at 37%. Over the year the sun shines about 45% of daylight hours. Qingyang is cloudier than 52% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 73% and is lowest in April at 44%.

Qingyang has about 5 days a year above 32°C. Qingyang is cooler than 82% of China.

First and last freeze in Qingyang

The first fall freeze in Qingyang typically comes around October 24, and the last spring freeze around April 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 195 days.

Qingyang weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Qingyang station is 36°C, on July 21, 1997. The coldest is -24°C, on December 13, 1975.

The wettest day on record brought 167 mm of rain, on July 27, 1996.

45 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 Qingyang

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -7°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 15°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 5°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January7.6 mm449%54%21°-22°
February12 mm553%46%23°-19°
March17 mm646%44%28°-13°
April29 mm744%40%33°-7°
May48 mm847%42%33°-2°
June80 mm1051%41%36°
July110 mm1266%43%36°
August109 mm1272%39%36°
September78 mm1273%38%34°-1°
October41 mm972%37%28°-8°
November11 mm560%53%23°-16°
December2.0 mm249%60%18°-24°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Qingyang climate questions

How much rain does Qingyang get?

Qingyang gets 545 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 90 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Qingyang?

July is the wettest month in Qingyang, with 110 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Qingyang have a year?

Qingyang has about 90 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Qingyang?

July is the warmest month in Qingyang, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Qingyang?

January is the coldest month in Qingyang, with an average low of -9°C.

What is the record high temperature in Qingyang?

The record high at the Qingyang station is 36°C, set on July 21, 1997. The record low is -24°C, on December 13, 1975.

What is the sunniest month in Qingyang?

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

When is the first frost in Qingyang?

The first fall freeze in Qingyang typically comes around October 24. The last spring freeze is around April 12.

What is the best time to visit Qingyang?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station PINGLIANG (90 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station PINGLIANG.