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Xinzhou, Shanxi Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Xinzhou, Shanxi?
Xinzhou, Shanxi gets 439 mm of precipitation a year over about 67 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 29°C) and January the coldest (average low -12°C).
Semi-arid climate
Xinzhou, Shanxi has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 0°C in January to 30°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -9° | 2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 5° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 17° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 16° |
How much rain does Xinzhou get?
Xinzhou gets 439 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 78% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 113 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 74 days, to January 20, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Xinzhou got 105 mm of rain, against a normal of 439 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 65 mm.
Xinzhou weather by month
Xinzhou weather in January
In January, Xinzhou averages a high of 1°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 12°C (2002) and the record low is -26°C (1970).
Xinzhou weather in February
In February, Xinzhou averages a high of 5°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (2021) and the record low is -26°C (1978).
Xinzhou weather in March
In March, Xinzhou averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -16°C (1971).
Xinzhou weather in April
In April, Xinzhou averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is -9°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Xinzhou weather in May
In May, Xinzhou averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 38°C (1980) and the record low is -1°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Xinzhou weather in June
In June, Xinzhou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 56 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2005) and the record low is 7°C (1971).
Xinzhou weather in July
In July, Xinzhou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 113 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2010) and the record low is 11°C (1982).
Xinzhou weather in August
In August, Xinzhou averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (1973) and the record low is 4°C (1979).
Xinzhou weather in September
In September, Xinzhou averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 61 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2002) and the record low is -1°C (1982). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Xinzhou weather in October
In October, Xinzhou averages a high of 17°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (2022) and the record low is -9°C (1974). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Xinzhou weather in November
In November, Xinzhou averages a high of 8°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -21°C (1993).
Xinzhou weather in December
In December, Xinzhou averages a high of 2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 78% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 18°C (2023) and the record low is -24°C (2002).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Xinzhou
December is the sunniest month in Xinzhou, with estimated sunshine of 78% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest, at 43%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 56% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Xinzhou is sunnier than 74% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 73% and is lowest in March at 41%.
Xinzhou has about 17 days a year above 32°C. Xinzhou is cooler than 62% of China.
First and last freeze in Xinzhou
The first fall freeze in Xinzhou typically comes around October 18, and the last spring freeze around April 11. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 190 days.
Xinzhou weather records
These records cover YUANPING during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Xinzhou station is 41°C, on June 22, 2005. The coldest is -26°C, on February 16, 1978.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 102 mm of precipitation, on July 30, 1977.
50 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.6°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Xinzhou
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -10°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 5°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 17°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 4°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -12° | 1° | 2.5 mm | 1 | 46% | 69% | 12° | -26° |
| February | -7° | 5° | 3.6 mm | 2 | 42% | 59% | 22° | -26° |
| March | -1° | 12° | 7.4 mm | 3 | 41% | 58% | 28° | -16° |
| April | 6° | 20° | 20 mm | 4 | 45% | 52% | 37° | -9° |
| May | 12° | 26° | 36 mm | 6 | 46% | 52% | 38° | -1° |
| June | 16° | 29° | 56 mm | 10 | 50% | 50% | 41° | 7° |
| July | 19° | 29° | 113 mm | 12 | 68% | 44% | 39° | 11° |
| August | 17° | 28° | 104 mm | 11 | 73% | 43% | 38° | 4° |
| September | 12° | 23° | 61 mm | 9 | 69% | 48% | 33° | -1° |
| October | 4° | 17° | 23 mm | 5 | 59% | 56% | 29° | -9° |
| November | -3° | 8° | 10 mm | 3 | 55% | 66% | 26° | -21° |
| December | -9° | 2° | 1.8 mm | 1 | 44% | 78% | 18° | -24° |
Station: YUANPING, 38 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
Xinzhou climate questions
How much rain does Xinzhou get?
Xinzhou gets 439 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Xinzhou?
July is the wettest month in Xinzhou, with 113 mm. December is the driest, with 2 mm.
How many rainy days does Xinzhou have a year?
Xinzhou has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Xinzhou?
July is the warmest month in Xinzhou, with an average high of 29°C.
What is the coldest month in Xinzhou?
January is the coldest month in Xinzhou, with an average low of -12°C.
What is the record high temperature in Xinzhou?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Xinzhou station is 41°C, set on June 22, 2005. The record low is -26°C, on February 16, 1978.
What is the sunniest month in Xinzhou?
December is the sunniest month in Xinzhou, with estimated sunshine of 78% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. August is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Xinzhou?
The first fall freeze in Xinzhou typically comes around October 18. The last spring freeze is around April 11.
What is the best time to visit Xinzhou?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.