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Shouguang, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Shouguang, Shandong?
Shouguang, Shandong gets 611 mm of precipitation a year over about 70 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -7°C).
Humid continental climate
Shouguang, Shandong has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 31°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -6° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 7° | 20° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 21° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 20° |
How much rain does Shouguang get?
Shouguang gets 611 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 70 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 72% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 161 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to January 25, 2025.
Shouguang weather by month
Shouguang weather in January
In January, Shouguang averages a high of 3°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 18°C (2002) and the record low is -18°C (2021).
Shouguang weather in February
In February, Shouguang averages a high of 7°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1979).
Shouguang weather in March
In March, Shouguang averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 32°C (2009) and the record low is -12°C (1971).
Shouguang weather in April
In April, Shouguang averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 35°C (1994) and the record low is -7°C (1993). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shouguang weather in May
In May, Shouguang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 41°C (1982) and the record low is 1°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shouguang weather in June
In June, Shouguang averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 42°C (2009) and the record low is 6°C (1992).
Shouguang weather in July
In July, Shouguang averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 139 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 13°C (1976).
Shouguang weather in August
In August, Shouguang averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 161 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 13°C (1984).
Shouguang weather in September
In September, Shouguang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 39°C (2002) and the record low is 4°C (1995).
Shouguang weather in October
In October, Shouguang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 36°C (1998) and the record low is -4°C (1997). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Shouguang weather in November
In November, Shouguang averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1987).
Shouguang weather in December
In December, Shouguang averages a high of 6°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (1985).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shouguang
December is the sunniest month in Shouguang, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 53% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Shouguang is sunnier than 66% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 76% and is lowest in March at 42%.
Shouguang has about 35 days a year above 32°C. Shouguang is hotter than 56% of China.
First and last freeze in Shouguang
The first fall freeze in Shouguang typically comes around November 12, and the last spring freeze around April 2. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 224 days.
Shouguang weather records
These records cover WEIFANG during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Shouguang station is 42°C, on June 25, 2009. The coldest is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 189 mm of precipitation, on August 13, 1974.
41 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 Shouguang
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -5°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 21°C.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 9°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7° | 3° | 7.4 mm | 3 | 56% | 59% | 18° | -18° |
| February | -4° | 7° | 13 mm | 3 | 50% | 54% | 28° | -18° |
| March | 1° | 13° | 14 mm | 4 | 42% | 56% | 32° | -12° |
| April | 7° | 20° | 29 mm | 5 | 45% | 51% | 35° | -7° |
| May | 13° | 26° | 50 mm | 7 | 49% | 50% | 41° | 1° |
| June | 18° | 31° | 78 mm | 8 | 54% | 47% | 42° | 6° |
| July | 22° | 31° | 139 mm | 11 | 73% | 38% | 41° | 13° |
| August | 22° | 30° | 161 mm | 11 | 76% | 45% | 38° | 13° |
| September | 16° | 27° | 54 mm | 6 | 70% | 55% | 39° | 4° |
| October | 9° | 21° | 28 mm | 5 | 60% | 54% | 36° | -4° |
| November | 2° | 13° | 27 mm | 5 | 59% | 59% | 31° | -12° |
| December | -4° | 6° | 10 mm | 4 | 51% | 70% | 24° | -17° |
Station: WEIFANG, 42 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.
Shouguang climate questions
How much rain does Shouguang get?
Shouguang gets 611 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 70 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Shouguang?
August is the wettest month in Shouguang, with 161 mm. January is the driest, with 7 mm.
How many rainy days does Shouguang have a year?
Shouguang has about 70 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Shouguang?
July is the warmest month in Shouguang, with an average high of 31°C.
What is the coldest month in Shouguang?
January is the coldest month in Shouguang, with an average low of -7°C.
What is the record high temperature in Shouguang?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Shouguang station is 42°C, set on June 25, 2009. The record low is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.
What is the sunniest month in Shouguang?
December is the sunniest month in Shouguang, with estimated sunshine of 70% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Shouguang?
The first fall freeze in Shouguang typically comes around November 12. The last spring freeze is around April 2.
What is the best time to visit Shouguang?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.