Quzhou, Zhejiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Quzhou, Zhejiang gets 1801 mm of precipitation a year over about 152 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Quzhou climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Quzhou, Zhejiang has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 10°C in January to 34°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Quzhou get?

Quzhou gets 1801 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 152 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 92% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 373 mm. October is the driest, with 56 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 26 days, to October 6, 2021.

Quzhou weather by month

Quzhou weather in January

In January, Quzhou averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 93 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The January record high is 26°C (2020) and the record low is -11°C (1970).

Quzhou weather in February

In February, Quzhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 114 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (2024) and the record low is -9°C (1980).

Quzhou weather in March

In March, Quzhou averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 196 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 34°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2010).

Quzhou weather in April

In April, Quzhou averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 207 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2023) and the record low is 2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Quzhou weather in May

In May, Quzhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 219 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2020) and the record low is 10°C (1991).

Quzhou weather in June

In June, Quzhou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 373 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2009) and the record low is 14°C (1987).

Quzhou weather in July

In July, Quzhou averages a high of 34°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 172 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2003) and the record low is 18°C (2015).

Quzhou weather in August

In August, Quzhou averages a high of 33°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 131 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The August record high is 42°C (2024) and the record low is 18°C (1974).

Quzhou weather in September

In September, Quzhou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (1995) and the record low is 12°C (2012).

Quzhou weather in October

In October, Quzhou averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The October record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 2°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Quzhou weather in November

In November, Quzhou averages a high of 19°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The November record high is 32°C (2013) and the record low is -2°C (1976). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Quzhou weather in December

In December, Quzhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 75 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (2019) and the record low is -7°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Quzhou

December is the sunniest month in Quzhou, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 34% of daylight hours. Quzhou is cloudier than 83% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 80% and is lowest in December at 65%.

Quzhou has about 65 days a year above 32°C. Quzhou is hotter than 85% of China.

First and last freeze in Quzhou

The first fall freeze in Quzhou typically comes around December 12, and the last spring freeze around February 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 297 days.

Quzhou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Quzhou station is 42°C, on August 4, 2024. The coldest is -11°C, on January 16, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 206 mm of rain, on June 19, 2011.

37 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 Quzhou

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 24°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 15°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January93 mm1368%44%26°-11°
February114 mm1376%29%29°-9°
March196 mm1871%30%34°-3°
April207 mm1671%28%36°
May219 mm1674%23%37°10°
June373 mm1780%13%38°14°
July172 mm1170%21%41°18°
August131 mm1266%37%42°18°
September78 mm967%41%39°12°
October56 mm769%41%39°
November87 mm1169%48%32°-2°
December75 mm1065%50%27°-7°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Quzhou climate questions

How much rain does Quzhou get?

Quzhou gets 1801 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 152 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Quzhou?

June is the wettest month in Quzhou, with 373 mm. October is the driest, with 56 mm.

How many rainy days does Quzhou have a year?

Quzhou has about 152 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Quzhou?

July is the warmest month in Quzhou, with an average high of 34°C.

What is the coldest month in Quzhou?

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

What is the record high temperature in Quzhou?

The record high at the Quzhou station is 42°C, set on August 4, 2024. The record low is -11°C, on January 16, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Quzhou?

December is the sunniest month in Quzhou, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Quzhou?

The first fall freeze in Quzhou typically comes around December 12. The last spring freeze is around February 18.

What is the best time to visit Quzhou?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station QU XIAN (1 km away).

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