Songyuan, Jilin Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 55% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 113 mm of rain, 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.

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?

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 sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. 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.