Qingzhou, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Qingzhou, Shandong gets 611 mm of precipitation a year over about 70 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -7°C).

Qingzhou climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Qingzhou, Shandong has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 31°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Qingzhou get?

Qingzhou gets 611 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 70 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 72% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 161 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to January 25, 2025.

Qingzhou weather by month

Qingzhou weather in January

In January, Qingzhou averages a high of 3°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (2002) and the record low is -18°C (2021).

Qingzhou weather in February

In February, Qingzhou averages a high of 7°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1979).

Qingzhou weather in March

In March, Qingzhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2009) and the record low is -12°C (1971).

Qingzhou weather in April

In April, Qingzhou averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (1994) and the record low is -7°C (1993). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingzhou weather in May

In May, Qingzhou averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 41°C (1982) and the record low is 1°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingzhou weather in June

In June, Qingzhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2009) and the record low is 6°C (1992).

Qingzhou weather in July

In July, Qingzhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 139 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 13°C (1976).

Qingzhou weather in August

In August, Qingzhou averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 161 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 13°C (1984).

Qingzhou weather in September

In September, Qingzhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 4°C (1995).

Qingzhou weather in October

In October, Qingzhou averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The October record high is 36°C (1998) and the record low is -4°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qingzhou weather in November

In November, Qingzhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1987).

Qingzhou weather in December

In December, Qingzhou averages a high of 6°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The December record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (1985).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Qingzhou

December is the sunniest month in Qingzhou, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 37%. Over the year the sun shines about 53% of daylight hours. Qingzhou is sunnier than 66% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 77% and is lowest in March at 40%.

Qingzhou has about 35 days a year above 32°C. Qingzhou is hotter than 56% of China.

First and last freeze in Qingzhou

The first fall freeze in Qingzhou typically comes around November 12, and the last spring freeze around April 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 224 days.

Qingzhou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Qingzhou station is 42°C, on June 25, 2009. The coldest is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 189 mm of rain, on August 13, 1974.

41 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 Qingzhou

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

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

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 9°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January7.4 mm354%59%-17°18°-18°
February13 mm349%53%-17°28°-18°
March14 mm440%56%-14°32°-12°
April29 mm544%50%-11°35°-7°
May50 mm749%51%-7°41°
June78 mm853%46%-4°42°
July139 mm1174%37%-2°41°13°
August161 mm1177%45%-2°38°13°
September54 mm669%54%-4°39°
October28 mm559%53%-8°36°-4°
November27 mm558%59%-12°31°-12°
December10 mm449%70%-16°24°-17°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Qingzhou climate questions

How much rain does Qingzhou get?

Qingzhou gets 611 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 70 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Qingzhou?

August is the wettest month in Qingzhou, with 161 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm.

How many rainy days does Qingzhou have a year?

Qingzhou has about 70 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Qingzhou?

July is the warmest month in Qingzhou, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Qingzhou?

January is the coldest month in Qingzhou, with an average low of -7°C.

What is the record high temperature in Qingzhou?

The record high at the Qingzhou station is 42°C, set on June 25, 2009. The record low is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Qingzhou?

December is the sunniest month in Qingzhou, with sunshine about 70% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Qingzhou?

The first fall freeze in Qingzhou typically comes around November 12. The last spring freeze is around April 2.

What is the best time to visit Qingzhou?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station WEIFANG (63 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station WEIFANG.