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Yan’an, Shaanxi Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Yan’an, Shaanxi?
Yan’an, Shaanxi gets 558 mm of precipitation a year over about 79 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -11°C).
Humid continental climate
Yan’an, Shaanxi has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 3°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 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -8° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 20° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 17° | 29° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 5° | 17° |
How much rain does Yan’an get?
Yan’an gets 558 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 79 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 63% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 126 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to December 24, 2022.
Yan’an weather by month
Yan’an weather in January
In January, Yan’an averages a high of 3°C and a low of -11°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 January record high is 17°C (2014) and the record low is -23°C (2021).
Yan’an weather in February
In February, Yan’an averages a high of 7°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 24°C (1996) and the record low is -20°C (1980).
Yan’an weather in March
In March, Yan’an averages a high of 13°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 29°C (2003) and the record low is -16°C (1988).
Yan’an weather in April
In April, Yan’an averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is -6°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Yan’an weather in May
In May, Yan’an averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 37°C (1980) and the record low is -2°C (2022). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Yan’an weather in June
In June, Yan’an averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 70 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 39°C (2005) and the record low is 6°C (1987).
Yan’an weather in July
In July, Yan’an averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 126 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 38°C (2001) and the record low is 10°C (2023).
Yan’an weather in August
In August, Yan’an averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 37°C (2021) and the record low is 8°C (2014).
Yan’an weather in September
In September, Yan’an averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 38°C (1997) and the record low is -3°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Yan’an weather in October
In October, Yan’an averages a high of 18°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 45 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 29°C (1977) and the record low is -8°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Yan’an weather in November
In November, Yan’an averages a high of 11°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -17°C (1987).
Yan’an weather in December
In December, Yan’an averages a high of 4°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 20°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (1984).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yan’an
December is the sunniest month in Yan’an, with estimated sunshine of 66% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. April is the cloudiest, at 44%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 50% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Yan’an is sunnier than 61% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 70% and is lowest in March at 40%.
Yan’an has about 22 days a year above 32°C. Yan’an is cooler than 56% of China.
First and last freeze in Yan’an
The first fall freeze in Yan’an typically comes around October 21, and the last spring freeze around April 13. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 191 days.
Yan’an weather records
These records cover YAN AN during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Yan’an station is 39°C, on June 22, 2005. The coldest is -23°C, on December 28, 1991.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 140 mm of precipitation, on August 15, 1981.
41 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 Yan’an
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 5°C and lows near -8°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 20°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 17°C and lows near 5°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -11° | 3° | 4.3 mm | 2 | 47% | 59% | 17° | -23° |
| February | -6° | 7° | 9.4 mm | 3 | 48% | 50% | 24° | -20° |
| March | 0° | 13° | 14 mm | 4 | 40% | 50% | 29° | -16° |
| April | 6° | 21° | 29 mm | 6 | 40% | 44% | 37° | -6° |
| May | 11° | 26° | 44 mm | 8 | 41% | 47% | 37° | -2° |
| June | 16° | 29° | 70 mm | 9 | 46% | 44% | 39° | 6° |
| July | 18° | 31° | 126 mm | 12 | 64% | 46% | 38° | 10° |
| August | 17° | 28° | 119 mm | 11 | 70% | 44% | 37° | 8° |
| September | 12° | 23° | 73 mm | 10 | 70% | 45% | 38° | -3° |
| October | 5° | 18° | 45 mm | 8 | 64% | 44% | 29° | -8° |
| November | -2° | 11° | 16 mm | 4 | 54% | 57% | 26° | -17° |
| December | -8° | 4° | 6.3 mm | 2 | 44% | 66% | 20° | -23° |
Station: YAN AN, 1 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.
Yan’an climate questions
How much rain does Yan’an get?
Yan’an gets 558 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 79 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Yan’an?
July is the wettest month in Yan’an, with 126 mm. January is the driest, with 4 mm.
How many rainy days does Yan’an have a year?
Yan’an has about 79 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Yan’an?
July is the warmest month in Yan’an, with an average high of 31°C.
What is the coldest month in Yan’an?
January is the coldest month in Yan’an, with an average low of -11°C.
What is the record high temperature in Yan’an?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Yan’an station is 39°C, set on June 22, 2005. The record low is -23°C, on December 28, 1991.
What is the sunniest month in Yan’an?
December is the sunniest month in Yan’an, with estimated sunshine of 66% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. April is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Yan’an?
The first fall freeze in Yan’an typically comes around October 21. The last spring freeze is around April 13.
What is the best time to visit Yan’an?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.