Shanhaiguan, Hebei Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Shanhaiguan get?

Shanhaiguan gets 582 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 61 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 84% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 155 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 10.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 52 days, to January 20, 2022.

Shanhaiguan weather by month

Shanhaiguan weather in January

In January, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 73% of daylight hours. The January record high is 13°C (2002) and the record low is -24°C (1973).

Shanhaiguan weather in February

In February, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 4°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The February record high is 20°C (2021) and the record low is -21°C (1973).

Shanhaiguan weather in March

In March, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 11°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2025) and the record low is -20°C (1970).

Shanhaiguan weather in April

In April, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The April record high is 31°C (1972) and the record low is -4°C (1984). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shanhaiguan weather in May

In May, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (2014) and the record low is 2°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shanhaiguan weather in June

In June, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (1972) and the record low is 8°C (1997).

Shanhaiguan weather in July

In July, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 155 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 13°C (1976).

Shanhaiguan weather in August

In August, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 153 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 9°C (1972).

Shanhaiguan weather in September

In September, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2002) and the record low is 0°C (2020). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shanhaiguan weather in October

In October, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 19°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2006) and the record low is -4°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shanhaiguan weather in November

In November, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 10°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The November record high is 22°C (1971) and the record low is -14°C (1992).

Shanhaiguan weather in December

In December, Shanhaiguan averages a high of 3°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 81% of daylight hours. The December record high is 14°C (2023) and the record low is -21°C (1978).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shanhaiguan

December is the sunniest month in Shanhaiguan, with sunshine about 81% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 39%. Over the year the sun shines about 59% of daylight hours. Shanhaiguan is sunnier than 83% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in December at 52%.

Shanhaiguan has about 14 days a year above 32°C. Shanhaiguan is cooler than 65% of China.

First and last freeze in Shanhaiguan

The first fall freeze in Shanhaiguan typically comes around October 29, and the last spring freeze around April 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 211 days.

Shanhaiguan weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Shanhaiguan station is 39°C, on July 24, 2020. The coldest is -24°C, on January 26, 1973.

The wettest day on record brought 235 mm of rain, on July 30, 1975.

38 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Shanhaiguan

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

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

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 8°C.

Shanhaiguan climate questions

How much rain does Shanhaiguan get?

Shanhaiguan gets 582 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 61 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Shanhaiguan?

July is the wettest month in Shanhaiguan, with 155 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm.

How many rainy days does Shanhaiguan have a year?

Shanhaiguan has about 61 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 10.

What is the hottest month in Shanhaiguan?

July is the warmest month in Shanhaiguan, with an average high of 30°C.

What is the coldest month in Shanhaiguan?

January is the coldest month in Shanhaiguan, with an average low of -9°C.

What is the record high temperature in Shanhaiguan?

The record high at the Shanhaiguan station is 39°C, set on July 24, 2020. The record low is -24°C, on January 26, 1973.

What is the sunniest month in Shanhaiguan?

December is the sunniest month in Shanhaiguan, with sunshine about 81% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Shanhaiguan?

The first fall freeze in Shanhaiguan typically comes around October 29. The last spring freeze is around April 1.

What is the best time to visit Shanhaiguan?

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