Qitaihe, Heilongjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Qitaihe get?

Qitaihe gets 618 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 105 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 55% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 124 mm. February is the driest, with 9 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 30 days, to March 13, 2023.

Qitaihe weather by month

Qitaihe weather in January

In January, Qitaihe averages a high of -11°C and a low of -20°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The January record high is 4°C (1995) and the record low is -33°C (1970).

Qitaihe weather in February

In February, Qitaihe averages a high of -6°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The February record high is 11°C (1992) and the record low is -31°C (1978).

Qitaihe weather in March

In March, Qitaihe averages a high of 2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The March record high is 20°C (1971) and the record low is -26°C (1970).

Qitaihe weather in April

In April, Qitaihe averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (2015) and the record low is -11°C (2012).

Qitaihe weather in May

In May, Qitaihe averages a high of 20°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (1991) and the record low is -5°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qitaihe weather in June

In June, Qitaihe averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 4°C (1970). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qitaihe weather in July

In July, Qitaihe averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 117 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1982) and the record low is 8°C (1976).

Qitaihe weather in August

In August, Qitaihe averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 124 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1982) and the record low is 6°C (1978).

Qitaihe weather in September

In September, Qitaihe averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (1977) and the record low is -3°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Qitaihe weather in October

In October, Qitaihe averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 35 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1982) and the record low is -13°C (1996).

Qitaihe weather in November

In November, Qitaihe averages a high of 1°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 November record high is 18°C (2003) and the record low is -27°C (1971).

Qitaihe weather in December

In December, Qitaihe averages a high of -9°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The December record high is 9°C (2002) and the record low is -29°C (2000).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Qitaihe

October is the sunniest month in Qitaihe, with sunshine about 60% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 27%. Over the year the sun shines about 46% of daylight hours. Qitaihe is sunnier than 51% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in April at 48%.

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

First and last freeze in Qitaihe

The first fall freeze in Qitaihe typically comes around October 7, and the last spring freeze around April 26. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 164 days.

Qitaihe weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Qitaihe station is 38°C, on July 9, 1982. The coldest is -33°C, on January 3, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 122 mm of rain, on July 18, 1971.

37 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 Qitaihe

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -8°C and lows near -18°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 0°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 16°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 1°C.

Qitaihe climate questions

How much rain does Qitaihe get?

Qitaihe gets 618 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 105 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Qitaihe?

August is the wettest month in Qitaihe, with 124 mm. February is the driest, with 9 mm.

How many rainy days does Qitaihe have a year?

Qitaihe has about 105 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Qitaihe?

July is the warmest month in Qitaihe, with an average high of 27°C.

What is the coldest month in Qitaihe?

January is the coldest month in Qitaihe, with an average low of -20°C.

What is the record high temperature in Qitaihe?

The record high at the Qitaihe station is 38°C, set on July 9, 1982. The record low is -33°C, on January 3, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Qitaihe?

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

When is the first frost in Qitaihe?

The first fall freeze in Qitaihe typically comes around October 7. The last spring freeze is around April 26.

What is the best time to visit Qitaihe?

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