Xinzhou, Shanxi Weather by Month and Climate Averages

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.

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. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. 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. The sun is out about 78% of daylight hours. 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 sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. August is the cloudiest, at 43%. Over the year the sun shines about 56% of daylight hours. 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

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 on record brought 102 mm of rain, 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.

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?

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 sunshine about 78% of daylight hours. 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.