Shahecheng, Hebei Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Shahecheng, Hebei gets 574 mm of precipitation a year over about 67 rainy days. June is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -5°C).

Shahecheng climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Shahecheng, Hebei has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 5°C in January to 32°C in June. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

How much rain does Shahecheng get?

Shahecheng gets 574 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 75% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 168 mm. January is the driest, with 6 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 47 days, to March 11, 2022.

Shahecheng weather by month

Shahecheng weather in January

In January, Shahecheng averages a high of 4°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (1979) and the record low is -17°C (2005).

Shahecheng weather in February

In February, Shahecheng averages a high of 9°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (2021) and the record low is -14°C (1979).

Shahecheng weather in March

In March, Shahecheng averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2018) and the record low is -9°C (2003).

Shahecheng weather in April

In April, Shahecheng averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The April record high is 37°C (1993) and the record low is -2°C (2010). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shahecheng weather in May

In May, Shahecheng averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 43 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The May record high is 41°C (2014) and the record low is 6°C (2002).

Shahecheng weather in June

In June, Shahecheng averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The June record high is 43°C (2009) and the record low is 11°C (1973).

Shahecheng weather in July

In July, Shahecheng averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 168 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2015) and the record low is 16°C (1976).

Shahecheng weather in August

In August, Shahecheng averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1979) and the record low is 12°C (2009).

Shahecheng weather in September

In September, Shahecheng averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (1987) and the record low is 6°C (1970).

Shahecheng weather in October

In October, Shahecheng averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1980) and the record low is -2°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shahecheng weather in November

In November, Shahecheng averages a high of 13°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The November record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (2009).

Shahecheng weather in December

In December, Shahecheng averages a high of 7°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (2002).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shahecheng

December is the sunniest month in Shahecheng, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 43%. Over the year the sun shines about 55% of daylight hours. Shahecheng is sunnier than 70% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 77% and is lowest in March at 42%.

Shahecheng has about 48 days a year above 32°C. Shahecheng is hotter than 69% of China.

First and last freeze in Shahecheng

The first fall freeze in Shahecheng typically comes around November 14, and the last spring freeze around March 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 241 days.

Shahecheng weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Shahecheng station is 43°C, on June 25, 2009. The coldest is -17°C, on December 28, 1971.

The wettest day on record brought 249 mm of rain, on July 12, 1994.

43 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 Shahecheng

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 7°C and lows near -3°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 22°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 10°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January5.6 mm354%64%21°-17°
February9.4 mm350%55%29°-14°
March13 mm342%55%32°-9°
April36 mm545%51%37°-2°
May43 mm646%53%41°
June66 mm846%49%43°11°
July168 mm1172%43%42°16°
August119 mm977%47%39°12°
September59 mm769%54%39°
October30 mm659%55%34°-2°
November19 mm456%62%29°-12°
December5.8 mm349%72%27°-17°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Shahecheng climate questions

How much rain does Shahecheng get?

Shahecheng gets 574 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Shahecheng?

July is the wettest month in Shahecheng, with 168 mm. January is the driest, with 6 mm.

How many rainy days does Shahecheng have a year?

Shahecheng has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Shahecheng?

June is the warmest month in Shahecheng, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Shahecheng?

January is the coldest month in Shahecheng, with an average low of -5°C.

What is the record high temperature in Shahecheng?

The record high at the Shahecheng station is 43°C, set on June 25, 2009. The record low is -17°C, on December 28, 1971.

What is the sunniest month in Shahecheng?

December is the sunniest month in Shahecheng, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Shahecheng?

The first fall freeze in Shahecheng typically comes around November 14. The last spring freeze is around March 18.

What is the best time to visit Shahecheng?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station ANYANG (99 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station ANYANG.