Shangzhi, Heilongjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Shangzhi, Heilongjiang gets 682 mm of precipitation a year over about 113 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -25°C).

Shangzhi climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Shangzhi, Heilongjiang has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -12°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and August to September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Shangzhi get?

Shangzhi gets 682 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 113 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 62% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 165 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to December 29, 2024.

Shangzhi weather by month

Shangzhi weather in January

In January, Shangzhi averages a high of -12°C and a low of -25°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The January record high is 4°C (2023) and the record low is -41°C (1970).

Shangzhi weather in February

In February, Shangzhi averages a high of -6°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The February record high is 9°C (2019) and the record low is -44°C (2001).

Shangzhi weather in March

In March, Shangzhi averages a high of 3°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The March record high is 21°C (2018) and the record low is -37°C (1971).

Shangzhi weather in April

In April, Shangzhi averages a high of 13°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2015) and the record low is -17°C (1999).

Shangzhi weather in May

In May, Shangzhi averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The May record high is 34°C (2013) and the record low is -6°C (1974). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shangzhi weather in June

In June, Shangzhi averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 97 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (1972). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shangzhi weather in July

In July, Shangzhi averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (1982) and the record low is 8°C (1976).

Shangzhi weather in August

In August, Shangzhi averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 153 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The August record high is 35°C (1982) and the record low is 3°C (1976). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shangzhi weather in September

In September, Shangzhi averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 63 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The September record high is 30°C (2019) and the record low is -6°C (1980). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shangzhi weather in October

In October, Shangzhi averages a high of 12°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2019) and the record low is -19°C (1996).

Shangzhi weather in November

In November, Shangzhi averages a high of 0°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2003) and the record low is -32°C (1987).

Shangzhi weather in December

In December, Shangzhi averages a high of -9°C and a low of -22°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The December record high is 8°C (2018) and the record low is -40°C (2000).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shangzhi

October is the sunniest month in Shangzhi, with sunshine about 60% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 31%. Over the year the sun shines about 46% of daylight hours. Shangzhi is sunnier than 51% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 84% and is lowest in April at 48%.

Shangzhi has about 4 days a year above 32°C. Shangzhi is cooler than 90% of China.

First and last freeze in Shangzhi

The first fall freeze in Shangzhi typically comes around September 30, and the last spring freeze around May 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 144 days.

Shangzhi weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Shangzhi station is 38°C, on June 26, 2010. The coldest is -44°C, on February 4, 2001.

The wettest day on record brought 149 mm of rain, on July 31, 2024.

47 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 Shangzhi

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June 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 -22°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near -1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°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.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January7.4 mm667%55%-41°
February8.6 mm562%52%-44°
March19 mm752%53%21°-37°
April30 mm848%46%32°-17°
May67 mm1258%41%34°-6°
June97 mm1476%31%38°
July165 mm1582%35%36°
August153 mm1484%33%35°
September63 mm1077%47%30°-6°
October36 mm862%60%29°-19°
November24 mm870%44%19°-32°
December13 mm866%59%-40°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Shangzhi climate questions

How much rain does Shangzhi get?

Shangzhi gets 682 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 113 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Shangzhi?

July is the wettest month in Shangzhi, with 165 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm.

How many rainy days does Shangzhi have a year?

Shangzhi has about 113 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Shangzhi?

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

What is the coldest month in Shangzhi?

January is the coldest month in Shangzhi, with an average low of -25°C.

What is the record high temperature in Shangzhi?

The record high at the Shangzhi station is 38°C, set on June 26, 2010. The record low is -44°C, on February 4, 2001.

What is the sunniest month in Shangzhi?

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

When is the first frost in Shangzhi?

The first fall freeze in Shangzhi typically comes around September 30. The last spring freeze is around May 9.

What is the best time to visit Shangzhi?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHANGZHI (3 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station SHANGZHI.