Xichang, Sichuan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Xichang get?

Xichang gets 1052 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 117 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 66% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 239 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to February 23, 2023.

Xichang weather by month

Xichang weather in January

In January, Xichang averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The January record high is 26°C (2005) and the record low is -3°C (1989). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xichang weather in February

In February, Xichang averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The February record high is 29°C (2013) and the record low is -4°C (1977). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xichang weather in March

In March, Xichang averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The March record high is 33°C (2022) and the record low is 0°C (1974). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xichang weather in April

In April, Xichang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 33 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (1999) and the record low is 3°C (1980).

Xichang weather in May

In May, Xichang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2023) and the record low is 7°C (2007).

Xichang weather in June

In June, Xichang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 235 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 9% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2014) and the record low is 11°C (1977).

Xichang weather in July

In July, Xichang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 239 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The July record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 13°C (1989).

Xichang weather in August

In August, Xichang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 181 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The August record high is 35°C (2024) and the record low is 13°C (1987).

Xichang weather in September

In September, Xichang averages a high of 26°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (2006) and the record low is 9°C (1997). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xichang weather in October

In October, Xichang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 21% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2025) and the record low is 0°C (2021). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xichang weather in November

In November, Xichang averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (1996) and the record low is -2°C (2009). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xichang weather in December

In December, Xichang averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (1981) and the record low is -3°C (1975). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Xichang

March is the sunniest month in Xichang, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 9%. Over the year the sun shines about 38% of daylight hours. Xichang is cloudier than 70% of China.

Humidity peaks in October at 78% and is lowest in March at 42%.

Xichang has about 20 days a year above 32°C. Xichang is cooler than 58% of China.

First and last freeze in Xichang

The first fall freeze in Xichang typically comes around December 24, and the last spring freeze around January 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 330 days.

Xichang weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Xichang station is 39°C, on June 1, 2014. The coldest is -4°C, on February 9, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 142 mm of rain, on June 17, 2020.

47 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 Xichang

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 6°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 19°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 13°C.

Xichang climate questions

How much rain does Xichang get?

Xichang gets 1052 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 117 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Xichang?

July is the wettest month in Xichang, with 239 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm.

How many rainy days does Xichang have a year?

Xichang has about 117 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Xichang?

May is the warmest month in Xichang, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Xichang?

January is the coldest month in Xichang, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Xichang?

The record high at the Xichang station is 39°C, set on June 1, 2014. The record low is -4°C, on February 9, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Xichang?

March is the sunniest month in Xichang, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Xichang?

The first fall freeze in Xichang typically comes around December 24. The last spring freeze is around January 28.

What is the best time to visit Xichang?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to March and September to December, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.