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Songyuan, Jilin Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Songyuan, Jilin?
Songyuan, Jilin gets 448 mm of precipitation a year over about 77 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -21°C).
Humid continental climate
Songyuan, Jilin has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -10°C in January to 29°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -18° | -7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 2° | 14° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 18° | 28° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 2° | 12° |
How much rain does Songyuan get?
Songyuan gets 448 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 77 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 65% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 113 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to January 20, 2024.
Songyuan weather by month
Songyuan weather in January
In January, Songyuan averages a high of -10°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 4°C (2023) and the record low is -39°C (2001).
Songyuan weather in February
In February, Songyuan averages a high of -4°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 14°C (1992) and the record low is -40°C (2001).
Songyuan weather in March
In March, Songyuan averages a high of 4°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -26°C (1971).
Songyuan weather in April
In April, Songyuan averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 13 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 36°C (2015) and the record low is -13°C (1972).
Songyuan weather in May
In May, Songyuan averages a high of 22°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (1993) and the record low is -4°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Songyuan weather in June
In June, Songyuan averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 38°C (2001) and the record low is 5°C (1992).
Songyuan weather in July
In July, Songyuan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 37°C (1979) and the record low is 11°C (2006).
Songyuan weather in August
In August, Songyuan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 36°C (1982) and the record low is 6°C (2017).
Songyuan weather in September
In September, Songyuan averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 32°C (2001) and the record low is -1°C (1977). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Songyuan weather in October
In October, Songyuan averages a high of 13°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 68% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (2006) and the record low is -15°C (1976).
Songyuan weather in November
In November, Songyuan averages a high of 1°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 18°C (1971) and the record low is -26°C (1992).
Songyuan weather in December
In December, Songyuan averages a high of -8°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 74% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 10°C (1989) and the record low is -36°C (2000).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Songyuan
December is the sunniest month in Songyuan, with estimated sunshine of 74% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 55% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Songyuan is sunnier than 71% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 79% and is lowest in April at 39%.
Songyuan has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Songyuan is cooler than 76% of China.
First and last freeze in Songyuan
The first fall freeze in Songyuan typically comes around October 11, and the last spring freeze around April 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 172 days.
Songyuan weather records
These records cover QIAN GORLOS during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Songyuan station is 38°C, on June 26, 2010. The coldest is -40°C, on February 4, 2001.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 113 mm of precipitation, on September 3, 2020.
43 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Songyuan
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -7°C and lows near -18°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 2°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 18°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 1°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -21° | -10° | 2.5 mm | 3 | 62% | 69% | 4° | -39° |
| February | -16° | -4° | 3.0 mm | 2 | 59% | 64% | 14° | -40° |
| March | -7° | 4° | 8.4 mm | 4 | 47% | 61% | 24° | -26° |
| April | 2° | 14° | 13 mm | 5 | 39% | 51% | 36° | -13° |
| May | 10° | 22° | 49 mm | 9 | 44% | 48% | 36° | -4° |
| June | 17° | 27° | 82 mm | 12 | 64% | 40% | 38° | 5° |
| July | 20° | 28° | 113 mm | 13 | 76% | 38% | 37° | 11° |
| August | 18° | 28° | 95 mm | 10 | 79% | 42% | 36° | 6° |
| September | 11° | 22° | 47 mm | 8 | 70% | 54% | 32° | -1° |
| October | 2° | 13° | 20 mm | 5 | 56% | 68% | 28° | -15° |
| November | -8° | 1° | 9.4 mm | 4 | 66% | 56% | 18° | -26° |
| December | -18° | -8° | 5.3 mm | 4 | 61% | 74% | 10° | -36° |
Station: QIAN GORLOS, 6 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.
Songyuan climate questions
How much rain does Songyuan get?
Songyuan gets 448 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 77 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Songyuan?
July is the wettest month in Songyuan, with 113 mm. January is the driest, with 3 mm.
How many rainy days does Songyuan have a year?
Songyuan has about 77 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.
What is the hottest month in Songyuan?
July is the warmest month in Songyuan, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Songyuan?
January is the coldest month in Songyuan, with an average low of -21°C.
What is the record high temperature in Songyuan?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Songyuan station is 38°C, set on June 26, 2010. The record low is -40°C, on February 4, 2001.
What is the sunniest month in Songyuan?
December is the sunniest month in Songyuan, with estimated sunshine of 74% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Songyuan?
The first fall freeze in Songyuan typically comes around October 11. The last spring freeze is around April 22.
What is the best time to visit Songyuan?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.