Xuchang, Henan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Xuchang get?

Xuchang gets 666 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 75 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 67% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 140 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to January 22, 2025.

Xuchang weather by month

Xuchang weather in January

In January, Xuchang averages a high of 6°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The January record high is 21°C (1979) and the record low is -16°C (1990).

Xuchang weather in February

In February, Xuchang averages a high of 10°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -18°C (1990).

Xuchang weather in March

In March, Xuchang averages a high of 16°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 33°C (2013) and the record low is -8°C (1992).

Xuchang weather in April

In April, Xuchang averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The April record high is 39°C (2006) and the record low is -3°C (1970). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xuchang weather in May

In May, Xuchang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The May record high is 41°C (2025) and the record low is 3°C (1972).

Xuchang weather in June

In June, Xuchang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The June record high is 42°C (2011) and the record low is 11°C (1980).

Xuchang weather in July

In July, Xuchang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2002) and the record low is 15°C (1976).

Xuchang weather in August

In August, Xuchang averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 140 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The August record high is 40°C (1986) and the record low is 12°C (2003).

Xuchang weather in September

In September, Xuchang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 5°C (1972).

Xuchang weather in October

In October, Xuchang averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (1987) and the record low is -2°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xuchang weather in November

In November, Xuchang averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The November record high is 31°C (2023) and the record low is -13°C (1993).

Xuchang weather in December

In December, Xuchang averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The December record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1971).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Xuchang

December is the sunniest month in Xuchang, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 36%. Over the year the sun shines about 46% of daylight hours. Xuchang is sunnier than 50% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 76% and is lowest in May at 49%.

Xuchang has about 49 days a year above 32°C. Xuchang is hotter than 71% of China.

First and last freeze in Xuchang

The first fall freeze in Xuchang typically comes around November 18, and the last spring freeze around March 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 246 days.

Xuchang weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Xuchang station is 42°C, on June 8, 2011. The coldest is -18°C, on December 27, 1971.

The wettest day on record brought 189 mm of rain, on July 2, 1978.

36 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Xuchang

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near -2°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 22°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.

Xuchang climate questions

How much rain does Xuchang get?

Xuchang gets 666 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 75 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Xuchang?

August is the wettest month in Xuchang, with 140 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm.

How many rainy days does Xuchang have a year?

Xuchang has about 75 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Xuchang?

June is the warmest month in Xuchang, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Xuchang?

January is the coldest month in Xuchang, with an average low of -3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Xuchang?

The record high at the Xuchang station is 42°C, set on June 8, 2011. The record low is -18°C, on December 27, 1971.

What is the sunniest month in Xuchang?

December is the sunniest month in Xuchang, with sunshine about 63% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Xuchang?

The first fall freeze in Xuchang typically comes around November 18. The last spring freeze is around March 17.

What is the best time to visit Xuchang?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.