Xianning, Hubei Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Xianning, Hubei gets 1263 mm of precipitation a year over about 110 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low 1°C).

Xianning climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Xianning, Hubei has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 33°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Xianning get?

Xianning gets 1263 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 110 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 59% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 250 mm. December is the driest, with 29 mm. May has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 38 days, to January 11, 2023.

Xianning weather by month

Xianning weather in January

In January, Xianning averages a high of 8°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The January record high is 26°C (2014) and the record low is -18°C (1977).

Xianning weather in February

In February, Xianning averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (2009) and the record low is -11°C (1977).

Xianning weather in March

In March, Xianning averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The March record high is 34°C (2025) and the record low is -3°C (1972).

Xianning weather in April

In April, Xianning averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (2004) and the record low is 1°C (1974). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xianning weather in May

In May, Xianning averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 157 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2000) and the record low is 8°C (1984).

Xianning weather in June

In June, Xianning averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 201 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2009) and the record low is 13°C (1987).

Xianning weather in July

In July, Xianning averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 250 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2000) and the record low is 18°C (1972).

Xianning weather in August

In August, Xianning averages a high of 32°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 103 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (2003) and the record low is 17°C (2009).

Xianning weather in September

In September, Xianning averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 10°C (1972).

Xianning weather in October

In October, Xianning averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The October record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 1°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xianning weather in November

In November, Xianning averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (2003) and the record low is -7°C (1971). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xianning weather in December

In December, Xianning averages a high of 11°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The December record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -10°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Xianning

December is the sunniest month in Xianning, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 21%. Over the year the sun shines about 36% of daylight hours. Xianning is cloudier than 74% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 80% and is lowest in December at 65%.

Xianning has about 52 days a year above 32°C. Xianning is hotter than 76% of China.

First and last freeze in Xianning

The first fall freeze in Xianning typically comes around December 2, and the last spring freeze around March 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 276 days.

Xianning weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Xianning station is 39°C, on August 18, 2022. The coldest is -18°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 298 mm of rain, on June 20, 1982.

47 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 Xianning

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 2°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 25°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January52 mm973%40%26°-18°
February65 mm977%29%29°-11°
March86 mm1175%30%34°-3°
April141 mm1174%29%35°
May157 mm1276%26%36°
June201 mm1180%21%38°13°
July250 mm1078%24%39°18°
August103 mm970%42%39°17°
September66 mm771%48%38°10°
October58 mm773%42%38°
November56 mm871%50%31°-7°
December29 mm765%52%24°-10°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Xianning climate questions

How much rain does Xianning get?

Xianning gets 1263 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 110 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Xianning?

July is the wettest month in Xianning, with 250 mm. December is the driest, with 29 mm.

How many rainy days does Xianning have a year?

Xianning has about 110 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Xianning?

July is the warmest month in Xianning, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Xianning?

January is the coldest month in Xianning, with an average low of 1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Xianning?

The record high at the Xianning station is 39°C, set on August 18, 2022. The record low is -18°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Xianning?

December is the sunniest month in Xianning, with sunshine about 52% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Xianning?

The first fall freeze in Xianning typically comes around December 2. The last spring freeze is around March 1.

What is the best time to visit Xianning?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station WUHAN (88 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station WUHAN.