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Xilinhot, Inner Mongolia Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Xilinhot, Inner Mongolia?
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).
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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -22° | -9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | -2° | 12° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 14° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | -3° | 11° |
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. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 69% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 46%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 58% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover XILIN HOT during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 99 mm of precipitation, 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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -24° | -12° | 8.6 mm | 4 | 67% | 66% | 8° | -38° |
| February | -20° | -6° | 26 mm | 4 | 61% | 57% | 14° | -38° |
| March | -11° | 3° | 9.1 mm | 5 | 36% | 60% | 22° | -38° |
| April | -2° | 13° | 9.1 mm | 5 | 27% | 56% | 32° | -18° |
| May | 6° | 21° | 28 mm | 7 | 31% | 46% | 35° | -8° |
| June | 12° | 26° | 56 mm | 11 | 39% | 49% | 37° | 0° |
| July | 16° | 28° | 78 mm | 12 | 50% | 46% | 39° | 6° |
| August | 14° | 27° | 54 mm | 9 | 55% | 53% | 37° | -1° |
| September | 7° | 21° | 23 mm | 6 | 51% | 58% | 36° | -7° |
| October | -2° | 12° | 14 mm | 4 | 43% | 69% | 29° | -19° |
| November | -13° | 0° | 22 mm | 5 | 56% | 64% | 19° | -29° |
| December | -21° | -9° | 7.4 mm | 5 | 64% | 69% | 9° | -34° |
Station: XILIN HOT, 4 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 69% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.