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Shangqiu, Henan Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Shangqiu, Henan?
Shangqiu, Henan gets 829 mm of precipitation a year over about 81 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -2°C).
Subtropical monsoon climate
Shangqiu, Henan has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 6°C in January to 32°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -1° | 8° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 11° | 22° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 23° | 32° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 12° | 22° |
How much rain does Shangqiu get?
Shangqiu gets 829 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 81 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 61% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 203 mm. December is the driest, with 19 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to January 22, 2025.
Shangqiu weather by month
Shangqiu weather in January
In January, Shangqiu averages a high of 6°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 23°C (1979) and the record low is -14°C (1981).
Shangqiu weather in February
In February, Shangqiu averages a high of 10°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 27°C (2009) and the record low is -15°C (1990).
Shangqiu weather in March
In March, Shangqiu averages a high of 15°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 33°C (2025) and the record low is -8°C (1988).
Shangqiu weather in April
In April, Shangqiu averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 35°C (1978) and the record low is -3°C (1995). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shangqiu weather in May
In May, Shangqiu averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 81 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 39°C (1982) and the record low is 4°C (1981).
Shangqiu weather in June
In June, Shangqiu averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (1972) and the record low is 12°C (1987).
Shangqiu weather in July
In July, Shangqiu averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 203 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 34% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (1978) and the record low is 17°C (1972).
Shangqiu weather in August
In August, Shangqiu averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 135 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (1978) and the record low is 14°C (2009).
Shangqiu weather in September
In September, Shangqiu averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (1999) and the record low is 6°C (1972).
Shangqiu weather in October
In October, Shangqiu averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is -1°C (1974). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shangqiu weather in November
In November, Shangqiu averages a high of 15°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is -9°C (1993).
Shangqiu weather in December
In December, Shangqiu averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1991).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shangqiu
December is the sunniest month in Shangqiu, with estimated sunshine of 63% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 34%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 47% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Shangqiu is sunnier than 52% of China.
Humidity peaks in July at 78% and is lowest in March at 52%.
Shangqiu has about 49 days a year above 32°C. Shangqiu is hotter than 69% of China.
First and last freeze in Shangqiu
The first fall freeze in Shangqiu typically comes around November 21, and the last spring freeze around March 11. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 255 days.
Shangqiu weather records
These records cover BOXIAN during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Shangqiu station is 41°C, on June 11, 1972. The coldest is -18°C, on December 28, 1991.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 285 mm of precipitation, on July 17, 1997.
39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Shangqiu
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 8°C and lows near -1°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 12°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2° | 6° | 24 mm | 4 | 61% | 54% | 23° | -14° |
| February | 1° | 10° | 22 mm | 5 | 57% | 44% | 27° | -15° |
| March | 5° | 15° | 32 mm | 5 | 52% | 43% | 33° | -8° |
| April | 11° | 22° | 49 mm | 6 | 54% | 43% | 35° | -3° |
| May | 16° | 27° | 81 mm | 8 | 52% | 45% | 39° | 4° |
| June | 21° | 32° | 103 mm | 8 | 54% | 42% | 41° | 12° |
| July | 24° | 32° | 203 mm | 11 | 78% | 34% | 41° | 17° |
| August | 23° | 31° | 135 mm | 11 | 77% | 46% | 38° | 14° |
| September | 18° | 27° | 78 mm | 8 | 70% | 48% | 37° | 6° |
| October | 12° | 23° | 45 mm | 6 | 64% | 47% | 37° | -1° |
| November | 6° | 15° | 38 mm | 6 | 60% | 53% | 30° | -9° |
| December | -1° | 8° | 19 mm | 4 | 54% | 63% | 23° | -18° |
Station: BOXIAN, 60 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Shangqiu climate questions
How much rain does Shangqiu get?
Shangqiu gets 829 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 81 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Shangqiu?
July is the wettest month in Shangqiu, with 203 mm. December is the driest, with 19 mm.
How many rainy days does Shangqiu have a year?
Shangqiu has about 81 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Shangqiu?
July is the warmest month in Shangqiu, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Shangqiu?
January is the coldest month in Shangqiu, with an average low of -2°C.
What is the record high temperature in Shangqiu?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Shangqiu station is 41°C, set on June 11, 1972. The record low is -18°C, on December 28, 1991.
What is the sunniest month in Shangqiu?
December is the sunniest month in Shangqiu, with estimated sunshine of 63% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Shangqiu?
The first fall freeze in Shangqiu typically comes around November 21. The last spring freeze is around March 11.
What is the best time to visit Shangqiu?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.