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Shizuishan, Ningxia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Shizuishan, Ningxia?
Shizuishan, Ningxia gets 219 mm of precipitation a year over about 44 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -12°C).
Cold desert climate
Shizuishan, Ningxia has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 0°C in January to 30°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -10° | 2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 17° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 17° |
How much rain does Shizuishan get?
Shizuishan gets 219 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 44 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 89% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 44 mm. March is the driest, with 5 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 7.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 91 days, to February 5, 2022.
Shizuishan weather by month
Shizuishan weather in January
In January, Shizuishan averages a high of 0°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 74% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 17°C (1979) and the record low is -28°C (1971).
Shizuishan weather in February
In February, Shizuishan averages a high of 5°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 21°C (2021) and the record low is -26°C (1971).
Shizuishan weather in March
In March, Shizuishan averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2013) and the record low is -17°C (1987).
Shizuishan weather in April
In April, Shizuishan averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 35°C (1994) and the record low is -8°C (1974). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shizuishan weather in May
In May, Shizuishan averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 37°C (1981) and the record low is -3°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shizuishan weather in June
In June, Shizuishan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 5°C (1997).
Shizuishan weather in July
In July, Shizuishan averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 11°C (1979).
Shizuishan weather in August
In August, Shizuishan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 37°C (2014) and the record low is 9°C (2008).
Shizuishan weather in September
In September, Shizuishan averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (1998) and the record low is -3°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shizuishan weather in October
In October, Shizuishan averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (2022) and the record low is -9°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shizuishan weather in November
In November, Shizuishan averages a high of 8°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -16°C (1971).
Shizuishan weather in December
In December, Shizuishan averages a high of 1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 76% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 17°C (2023) and the record low is -24°C (1984).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shizuishan
December is the sunniest month in Shizuishan, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 52%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 61% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Shizuishan is sunnier than 93% of China.
Humidity peaks in September at 56% and is lowest in March at 26%.
Shizuishan has about 19 days a year above 32°C. Shizuishan is cooler than 60% of China.
First and last freeze in Shizuishan
The first fall freeze in Shizuishan typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 186 days.
Shizuishan weather records
These records cover YINCHUAN during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Shizuishan station is 39°C, on July 7, 2022. The coldest is -28°C, on January 29, 1971.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 113 mm of precipitation, on July 30, 2012.
46 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 Shizuishan
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -10°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 17°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 4°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -12° | 0° | 5.6 mm | 2 | 44% | 74% | 17° | -28° |
| February | -8° | 5° | 9.1 mm | 1 | 38% | 63% | 21° | -26° |
| March | -1° | 12° | 4.8 mm | 2 | 26% | 60% | 28° | -17° |
| April | 6° | 20° | 10 mm | 3 | 29% | 53% | 35° | -8° |
| May | 11° | 25° | 21 mm | 4 | 28% | 54% | 37° | -3° |
| June | 16° | 29° | 29 mm | 5 | 34% | 52% | 37° | 5° |
| July | 18° | 31° | 44 mm | 7 | 46% | 56% | 39° | 11° |
| August | 17° | 28° | 42 mm | 7 | 54% | 53% | 37° | 9° |
| September | 11° | 23° | 29 mm | 6 | 56% | 53% | 36° | -3° |
| October | 4° | 18° | 12 mm | 3 | 46% | 64% | 29° | -9° |
| November | -3° | 8° | 4.8 mm | 2 | 46% | 72% | 25° | -16° |
| December | -9° | 1° | 6.9 mm | 1 | 42% | 76% | 17° | -24° |
Station: YINCHUAN, 59 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.
Shizuishan climate questions
How much rain does Shizuishan get?
Shizuishan gets 219 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 44 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Shizuishan?
July is the wettest month in Shizuishan, with 44 mm. March is the driest, with 5 mm.
How many rainy days does Shizuishan have a year?
Shizuishan has about 44 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 7.
What is the hottest month in Shizuishan?
July is the warmest month in Shizuishan, with an average high of 31°C.
What is the coldest month in Shizuishan?
January is the coldest month in Shizuishan, with an average low of -12°C.
What is the record high temperature in Shizuishan?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Shizuishan station is 39°C, set on July 7, 2022. The record low is -28°C, on January 29, 1971.
What is the sunniest month in Shizuishan?
December is the sunniest month in Shizuishan, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Shizuishan?
The first fall freeze in Shizuishan typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 16.
What is the best time to visit Shizuishan?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.