Shaowu, Fujian Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Shaowu, Fujian gets 1853 mm of precipitation a year over about 151 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low 3°C).

Shaowu climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Shaowu, Fujian 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 March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Shaowu get?

Shaowu gets 1853 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 151 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 91% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 344 mm. October is the driest, with 58 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 18.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 27 days, to October 8, 2022.

Shaowu weather by month

Shaowu weather in January

In January, Shaowu averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The January record high is 28°C (2008) and the record low is -6°C (2009).

Shaowu weather in February

In February, Shaowu averages a high of 13°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 30°C (1979) and the record low is -7°C (1979).

Shaowu weather in March

In March, Shaowu averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 209 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2025) and the record low is -3°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shaowu weather in April

In April, Shaowu averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 224 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (1987) and the record low is 3°C (1991). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shaowu weather in May

In May, Shaowu averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 261 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2023) and the record low is 10°C (1983).

Shaowu weather in June

In June, Shaowu averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 344 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2009) and the record low is 14°C (1987).

Shaowu weather in July

In July, Shaowu averages a high of 34°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 186 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2022) and the record low is 19°C (2009).

Shaowu weather in August

In August, Shaowu averages a high of 33°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 135 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2003) and the record low is 18°C (1974).

Shaowu weather in September

In September, Shaowu averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 12°C (1970).

Shaowu weather in October

In October, Shaowu averages a high of 25°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 58 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.

Shaowu weather in November

In November, Shaowu averages a high of 19°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The November record high is 33°C (2013) and the record low is -2°C (1979). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shaowu weather in December

In December, Shaowu averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (2018) and the record low is -11°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shaowu

December is the sunniest month in Shaowu, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 9%. Over the year the sun shines about 31% of daylight hours. Shaowu is cloudier than 88% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 82% and is lowest in July at 70%.

Shaowu has about 73 days a year above 32°C. Shaowu is hotter than 89% of China.

First and last freeze in Shaowu

The first fall freeze in Shaowu typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around February 7. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 310 days.

Shaowu weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Shaowu station is 41°C, on July 25, 2022. The coldest is -11°C, on December 29, 1991.

The wettest day on record brought 234 mm of rain, on May 5, 2023.

46 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 Shaowu

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 25°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 25°C and lows near 16°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January84 mm1374%41%28°-6°
February103 mm1378%29%30°-7°
March209 mm1878%26%32°-3°
April224 mm1775%26%35°
May261 mm1778%18%38°10°
June344 mm1682%9%38°14°
July186 mm1070%25%41°19°
August135 mm1275%31%41°18°
September91 mm972%43%38°12°
October58 mm770%41%39°
November90 mm1076%41%33°-2°
December68 mm1073%46%27°-11°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Shaowu climate questions

How much rain does Shaowu get?

Shaowu gets 1853 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 151 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Shaowu?

June is the wettest month in Shaowu, with 344 mm. October is the driest, with 58 mm.

How many rainy days does Shaowu have a year?

Shaowu has about 151 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 18.

What is the hottest month in Shaowu?

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

What is the coldest month in Shaowu?

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

What is the record high temperature in Shaowu?

The record high at the Shaowu station is 41°C, set on July 25, 2022. The record low is -11°C, on December 29, 1991.

What is the sunniest month in Shaowu?

December is the sunniest month in Shaowu, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Shaowu?

The first fall freeze in Shaowu typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around February 7.

What is the best time to visit Shaowu?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station NANCHENG (87 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station NANCHENG.