Xilinhot, Inner Mongolia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Xilinhot, Inner Mongolia gets 338 mm of precipitation a year over about 76 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -24°C).

Xilinhot climate at a glance

Semi-arid climate

Xilinhot, Inner Mongolia has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -12°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 23°C.

How much rain does Xilinhot get?

Xilinhot gets 338 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 76 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 66% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 78 mm. December is the driest, with 7 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to April 1, 2023.

Xilinhot weather by month

Xilinhot weather in January

In January, Xilinhot averages a high of -12°C and a low of -24°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (1979) and the record low is -38°C (2016).

Xilinhot weather in February

In February, Xilinhot averages a high of -6°C and a low of -20°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The February record high is 14°C (2004) and the record low is -38°C (1978).

Xilinhot weather in March

In March, Xilinhot averages a high of 3°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The March record high is 22°C (2014) and the record low is -38°C (1971).

Xilinhot weather in April

In April, Xilinhot averages a high of 13°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2004) and the record low is -18°C (1980).

Xilinhot weather in May

In May, Xilinhot averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (1991) and the record low is -8°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xilinhot weather in June

In June, Xilinhot averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2007) and the record low is 0°C (1992). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xilinhot weather in July

In July, Xilinhot averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 6°C (2015).

Xilinhot weather in August

In August, Xilinhot averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 54 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1973) and the record low is -1°C (1972).

Xilinhot weather in September

In September, Xilinhot averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (1999) and the record low is -7°C (1988). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xilinhot weather in October

In October, Xilinhot averages a high of 12°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2022) and the record low is -19°C (1974).

Xilinhot weather in November

In November, Xilinhot averages a high of 0°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (2015) and the record low is -29°C (1993).

Xilinhot weather in December

In December, Xilinhot averages a high of -9°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The December record high is 9°C (2004) and the record low is -34°C (2004).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Xilinhot

October is the sunniest month in Xilinhot, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 46%. Over the year the sun shines about 58% of daylight hours. Xilinhot is sunnier than 79% of China.

Humidity peaks in January at 67% and is lowest in April at 27%.

Xilinhot has about 11 days a year above 32°C. Xilinhot is cooler than 68% of China.

First and last freeze in Xilinhot

The first fall freeze in Xilinhot typically comes around September 25, and the last spring freeze around May 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 136 days.

Xilinhot weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Xilinhot station is 39°C, on July 25, 2010. The coldest is -38°C, on January 23, 2016.

The wettest day on record brought 99 mm of rain, on August 11, 2004.

46 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 Xilinhot

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -22°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near -2°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 14°C.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near -3°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January8.6 mm467%66%-38°
February26 mm461%57%14°-38°
March9.1 mm536%60%22°-38°
April9.1 mm527%56%32°-18°
May28 mm731%46%35°-8°
June56 mm1139%49%37°
July78 mm1250%46%39°
August54 mm955%53%37°-1°
September23 mm651%58%36°-7°
October14 mm443%69%29°-19°
November22 mm556%64%19°-29°
December7.4 mm564%69%-34°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Xilinhot climate questions

How much rain does Xilinhot get?

Xilinhot gets 338 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 76 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Xilinhot?

July is the wettest month in Xilinhot, with 78 mm. December is the driest, with 7 mm.

How many rainy days does Xilinhot have a year?

Xilinhot has about 76 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Xilinhot?

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

What is the coldest month in Xilinhot?

January is the coldest month in Xilinhot, with an average low of -24°C.

What is the record high temperature in Xilinhot?

The record high at the Xilinhot station is 39°C, set on July 25, 2010. The record low is -38°C, on January 23, 2016.

What is the sunniest month in Xilinhot?

October is the sunniest month in Xilinhot, with sunshine about 69% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Xilinhot?

The first fall freeze in Xilinhot typically comes around September 25. The last spring freeze is around May 12.

What is the best time to visit Xilinhot?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to June and September, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station XILIN HOT (4 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station XILIN HOT.