Tonghua, Jilin Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Tonghua, Jilin gets 833 mm of precipitation a year over about 125 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -21°C).

Tonghua climate at a glance

Humid continental climate

Tonghua, Jilin has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -8°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

How much rain does Tonghua get?

Tonghua gets 833 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 125 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 69% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 200 mm. January is the driest, with 10 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 16.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 24 days, to February 12, 2022.

Tonghua weather by month

Tonghua weather in January

In January, Tonghua averages a high of -8°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The January record high is 6°C (1979) and the record low is -34°C (1970).

Tonghua weather in February

In February, Tonghua averages a high of -2°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The February record high is 13°C (1998) and the record low is -32°C (1972).

Tonghua weather in March

In March, Tonghua averages a high of 6°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The March record high is 22°C (2014) and the record low is -27°C (1970).

Tonghua weather in April

In April, Tonghua averages a high of 15°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (1998) and the record low is -11°C (1972).

Tonghua weather in May

In May, Tonghua averages a high of 22°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2001) and the record low is -4°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Tonghua weather in June

In June, Tonghua averages a high of 26°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 3°C (2017). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Tonghua weather in July

In July, Tonghua averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 200 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1997) and the record low is 8°C (1987).

Tonghua weather in August

In August, Tonghua averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 31% of daylight hours. The August record high is 36°C (2018) and the record low is 4°C (2017).

Tonghua weather in September

In September, Tonghua averages a high of 23°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The September record high is 31°C (1977) and the record low is -3°C (2014). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Tonghua weather in October

In October, Tonghua averages a high of 15°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The October record high is 28°C (1998) and the record low is -12°C (1976).

Tonghua weather in November

In November, Tonghua averages a high of 4°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 46 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2024) and the record low is -24°C (1987).

Tonghua weather in December

In December, Tonghua averages a high of -6°C and a low of -17°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The December record high is 13°C (1978) and the record low is -32°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Tonghua

December is the sunniest month in Tonghua, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 29%. Over the year the sun shines about 47% of daylight hours. Tonghua is sunnier than 52% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 85% and is lowest in April at 50%.

Tonghua has about 7 days a year above 32°C. Tonghua is cooler than 79% of China.

First and last freeze in Tonghua

The first fall freeze in Tonghua typically comes around October 5, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 160 days.

Tonghua weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Tonghua station is 38°C, on July 26, 1997. The coldest is -34°C, on January 5, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 156 mm of rain, on July 31, 2010.

40 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 Tonghua

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -5°C and lows near -18°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 16°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 1°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January10 mm670%58%-34°
February14 mm766%53%13°-32°
March25 mm853%52%22°-27°
April40 mm1050%50%30°-11°
May86 mm1363%43%33°-4°
June113 mm1475%35%37°
July200 mm1681%29%38°
August165 mm1485%31%36°
September69 mm980%43%31°-3°
October44 mm969%57%28°-12°
November46 mm1073%49%19°-24°
December20 mm870%62%13°-32°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Tonghua climate questions

How much rain does Tonghua get?

Tonghua gets 833 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 125 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Tonghua?

July is the wettest month in Tonghua, with 200 mm. January is the driest, with 10 mm.

How many rainy days does Tonghua have a year?

Tonghua has about 125 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 16.

What is the hottest month in Tonghua?

July is the warmest month in Tonghua, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Tonghua?

January is the coldest month in Tonghua, with an average low of -21°C.

What is the record high temperature in Tonghua?

The record high at the Tonghua station is 38°C, set on July 26, 1997. The record low is -34°C, on January 5, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Tonghua?

December is the sunniest month in Tonghua, with sunshine about 62% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Tonghua?

The first fall freeze in Tonghua typically comes around October 5. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Tonghua?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station LINJIANG (82 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station LINJIANG.