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Taiyuan, Shanxi Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Taiyuan, Shanxi?
Taiyuan, Shanxi gets 451 mm of precipitation a year over about 67 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 30°C) and January the coldest (average low -11°C).
Semi-arid climate
Taiyuan, Shanxi has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 2°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 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -8° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 20° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 17° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 5° | 17° |
How much rain does Taiyuan get?
Taiyuan gets 451 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 75% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 108 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 55 days, to January 12, 2023.
Taiyuan weather by month
Taiyuan weather in January
In January, Taiyuan averages a high of 2°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 14°C (1979) and the record low is -24°C (1970).
Taiyuan weather in February
In February, Taiyuan averages a high of 7°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 23°C (2021) and the record low is -20°C (1978).
Taiyuan weather in March
In March, Taiyuan averages a high of 13°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -16°C (1986).
Taiyuan weather in April
In April, Taiyuan averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 24 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 38°C (2006) and the record low is -8°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Taiyuan weather in May
In May, Taiyuan averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 38°C (2025) and the record low is -1°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Taiyuan weather in June
In June, Taiyuan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 50 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2006) and the record low is 6°C (1997).
Taiyuan weather in July
In July, Taiyuan averages a high of 30°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 11°C (1991).
Taiyuan weather in August
In August, Taiyuan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 37°C (2021) and the record low is 8°C (1984).
Taiyuan weather in September
In September, Taiyuan averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 35°C (1997) and the record low is -2°C (1972). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Taiyuan weather in October
In October, Taiyuan averages a high of 18°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (2022) and the record low is -7°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Taiyuan weather in November
In November, Taiyuan averages a high of 10°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -21°C (1993).
Taiyuan weather in December
In December, Taiyuan averages a high of 3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 3 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 19°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (2002).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Taiyuan
December is the sunniest month in Taiyuan, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 44%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 55% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Taiyuan is sunnier than 70% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 71% and is lowest in March at 39%.
Taiyuan has about 17 days a year above 32°C. Taiyuan is cooler than 62% of China.
First and last freeze in Taiyuan
The first fall freeze in Taiyuan typically comes around October 18, and the last spring freeze around April 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 188 days.
Taiyuan weather records
These records cover TAIYUAN during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Taiyuan station is 39°C, on July 30, 2010. The coldest is -24°C, on January 5, 1970.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 119 mm of precipitation, on July 11, 2022.
51 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Taiyuan
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -8°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°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 17°C and lows near 5°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11° | 2° | 3.8 mm | 2 | 45% | 67% | 14° | -24° |
| February | -7° | 7° | 7.4 mm | 2 | 44% | 57% | 23° | -20° |
| March | -1° | 13° | 11 mm | 3 | 39% | 57% | 28° | -16° |
| April | 6° | 21° | 24 mm | 5 | 39% | 51% | 38° | -8° |
| May | 12° | 26° | 31 mm | 5 | 40% | 51% | 38° | -1° |
| June | 16° | 29° | 50 mm | 9 | 42% | 48% | 39° | 6° |
| July | 19° | 30° | 108 mm | 11 | 64% | 44% | 39° | 11° |
| August | 18° | 28° | 105 mm | 10 | 71% | 44% | 37° | 8° |
| September | 12° | 24° | 64 mm | 8 | 66% | 50% | 35° | -2° |
| October | 5° | 18° | 30 mm | 6 | 57% | 53% | 29° | -7° |
| November | -2° | 10° | 13 mm | 3 | 53% | 64% | 26° | -21° |
| December | -8° | 3° | 2.8 mm | 1 | 41% | 76% | 19° | -23° |
Station: TAIYUAN, 10 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.
Taiyuan climate questions
How much rain does Taiyuan get?
Taiyuan gets 451 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Taiyuan?
July is the wettest month in Taiyuan, with 108 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm.
How many rainy days does Taiyuan have a year?
Taiyuan has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.
What is the hottest month in Taiyuan?
July is the warmest month in Taiyuan, with an average high of 30°C.
What is the coldest month in Taiyuan?
January is the coldest month in Taiyuan, with an average low of -11°C.
What is the record high temperature in Taiyuan?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Taiyuan station is 39°C, set on July 30, 2010. The record low is -24°C, on January 5, 1970.
What is the sunniest month in Taiyuan?
December is the sunniest month in Taiyuan, with estimated sunshine of 76% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Taiyuan?
The first fall freeze in Taiyuan typically comes around October 18. The last spring freeze is around April 13.
What is the best time to visit Taiyuan?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.