Qiqihar, Heilongjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Qiqihar get?

Qiqihar gets 457 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 76 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 67% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 140 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to February 17, 2024.

Qiqihar weather by month

Qiqihar weather in January

In January, Qiqihar averages a high of -12°C and a low of -23°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The January record high is 2°C (1974) and the record low is -37°C (2001).

Qiqihar weather in February

In February, Qiqihar averages a high of -6°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The February record high is 11°C (2002) and the record low is -34°C (2010).

Qiqihar weather in March

In March, Qiqihar averages a high of 3°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (1980) and the record low is -27°C (1977).

Qiqihar weather in April

In April, Qiqihar averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2014) and the record low is -16°C (2012).

Qiqihar weather in May

In May, Qiqihar averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2001) and the record low is -7°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qiqihar weather in June

In June, Qiqihar averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2001) and the record low is 2°C (1992).

Qiqihar weather in July

In July, Qiqihar averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2001) and the record low is 10°C (2006).

Qiqihar weather in August

In August, Qiqihar averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (1982) and the record low is 6°C (2017). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qiqihar weather in September

In September, Qiqihar averages a high of 21°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2010) and the record low is -3°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qiqihar weather in October

In October, Qiqihar averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The October record high is 27°C (1986) and the record low is -16°C (1976).

Qiqihar weather in November

In November, Qiqihar averages a high of -1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The November record high is 14°C (2011) and the record low is -27°C (2002).

Qiqihar weather in December

In December, Qiqihar averages a high of -11°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 73% of daylight hours. The December record high is 6°C (2004) and the record low is -35°C (2009).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Qiqihar

December is the sunniest month in Qiqihar, with sunshine about 73% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 55% of daylight hours. Qiqihar is sunnier than 70% of China.

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

Qiqihar has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Qiqihar is cooler than 77% of China.

First and last freeze in Qiqihar

The first fall freeze in Qiqihar typically comes around October 7, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 162 days.

Qiqihar weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Qiqihar station is 41°C, on June 25, 2001. The coldest is -37°C, on January 11, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 135 mm of rain, on August 14, 2010.

48 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 Qiqihar

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -21°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 0°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 0°C.

Qiqihar climate questions

How much rain does Qiqihar get?

Qiqihar gets 457 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 76 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Qiqihar?

July is the wettest month in Qiqihar, with 140 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm.

How many rainy days does Qiqihar have a year?

Qiqihar has about 76 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Qiqihar?

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

What is the coldest month in Qiqihar?

January is the coldest month in Qiqihar, with an average low of -23°C.

What is the record high temperature in Qiqihar?

The record high at the Qiqihar station is 41°C, set on June 25, 2001. The record low is -37°C, on January 11, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Qiqihar?

December is the sunniest month in Qiqihar, with sunshine about 73% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Qiqihar?

The first fall freeze in Qiqihar typically comes around October 7. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Qiqihar?

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