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Suining, Sichuan Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Suining, Sichuan?
Suining, Sichuan gets 1026 mm of precipitation a year over about 128 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 4°C).
Subtropical monsoon climate
Suining, Sichuan has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 32°C in August. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 6° | 11° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 14° | 23° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 23° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 16° | 22° |
How much rain does Suining get?
Suining gets 1026 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 128 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 71% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 176 mm. January is the driest, with 16 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 14.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to May 27, 2024.
Suining weather by month
Suining weather in January
In January, Suining averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 29% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 19°C (2007) and the record low is -3°C (2016).
Suining weather in February
In February, Suining averages a high of 13°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 28% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 24°C (2021) and the record low is -1°C (1977).
Suining weather in March
In March, Suining averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 33°C (2025) and the record low is 1°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Suining weather in April
In April, Suining averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 35°C (2025) and the record low is 5°C (2006). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Suining weather in May
In May, Suining averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 124 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is 9°C (1991).
Suining weather in June
In June, Suining averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 19% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2025) and the record low is 14°C (1997).
Suining weather in July
In July, Suining averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 176 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 18°C (1973).
Suining weather in August
In August, Suining averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 147 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 32% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 43°C (2022) and the record low is 17°C (2005).
Suining weather in September
In September, Suining averages a high of 27°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 30% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 42°C (2006) and the record low is 13°C (2011).
Suining weather in October
In October, Suining averages a high of 21°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 17% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 34°C (2021) and the record low is 3°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Suining weather in November
In November, Suining averages a high of 16°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 37 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 26% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 28°C (1979) and the record low is 2°C (1975).
Suining weather in December
In December, Suining averages a high of 11°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 27% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 19°C (2013) and the record low is -3°C (1991).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Suining
August is the sunniest month in Suining, with estimated sunshine of 32% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. October is the cloudiest, at 17%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 26% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Suining is cloudier than 96% of China.
Humidity peaks in October at 79% and is lowest in August at 63%.
Suining has about 49 days a year above 32°C. Suining is hotter than 70% of China.
First and last freeze in Suining
The first fall freeze in Suining typically comes around December 20, and the last spring freeze around January 24. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 330 days.
Suining weather records
These records cover NANCHONG during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Suining station is 43°C, on August 23, 2022. The coldest is -3°C, on December 28, 1991.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 177 mm of precipitation, on July 17, 2010.
56 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Suining
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 6°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 14°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 16°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4° | 9° | 16 mm | 8 | 75% | 29% | 19° | -3° |
| February | 7° | 13° | 18 mm | 7 | 71% | 28% | 24° | -1° |
| March | 10° | 17° | 39 mm | 10 | 67% | 30% | 33° | 1° |
| April | 14° | 23° | 79 mm | 11 | 69% | 26% | 35° | 5° |
| May | 18° | 27° | 124 mm | 13 | 66% | 26% | 37° | 9° |
| June | 22° | 29° | 165 mm | 13 | 73% | 19% | 39° | 14° |
| July | 24° | 32° | 176 mm | 12 | 72% | 27% | 39° | 18° |
| August | 24° | 32° | 147 mm | 10 | 63% | 32% | 43° | 17° |
| September | 20° | 27° | 122 mm | 13 | 70% | 30% | 42° | 13° |
| October | 16° | 21° | 86 mm | 14 | 79% | 17% | 34° | 3° |
| November | 11° | 16° | 37 mm | 9 | 76% | 26% | 28° | 2° |
| December | 6° | 11° | 17 mm | 7 | 75% | 27% | 19° | -3° |
Station: NANCHONG, 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.
Suining climate questions
How much rain does Suining get?
Suining gets 1026 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 128 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Suining?
July is the wettest month in Suining, with 176 mm. January is the driest, with 16 mm.
How many rainy days does Suining have a year?
Suining has about 128 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 14.
What is the hottest month in Suining?
July is the warmest month in Suining, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Suining?
January is the coldest month in Suining, with an average low of 4°C.
What is the record high temperature in Suining?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Suining station is 43°C, set on August 23, 2022. The record low is -3°C, on December 28, 1991.
What is the sunniest month in Suining?
August is the sunniest month in Suining, with estimated sunshine of 32% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. October is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Suining?
The first fall freeze in Suining typically comes around December 20. The last spring freeze is around January 24.
What is the best time to visit Suining?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.