Yancheng, Jiangsu Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yancheng get?

Yancheng gets 1130 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 106 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 56% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 244 mm. December is the driest, with 34 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to June 3, 2022.

Yancheng weather by month

Yancheng weather in January

In January, Yancheng averages a high of 7°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (2010) and the record low is -11°C (1984).

Yancheng weather in February

In February, Yancheng averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The February record high is 26°C (1987) and the record low is -9°C (1990).

Yancheng weather in March

In March, Yancheng averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 31°C (2025) and the record low is -6°C (1988).

Yancheng weather in April

In April, Yancheng averages a high of 20°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 66 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1978) and the record low is -2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yancheng weather in May

In May, Yancheng averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2014) and the record low is 5°C (1984). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yancheng weather in June

In June, Yancheng averages a high of 28°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 158 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2006) and the record low is 12°C (1981).

Yancheng weather in July

In July, Yancheng averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 244 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (1978) and the record low is 16°C (1976).

Yancheng weather in August

In August, Yancheng averages a high of 31°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 180 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (2003) and the record low is 17°C (1974).

Yancheng weather in September

In September, Yancheng averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 92 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (1995) and the record low is 10°C (1972).

Yancheng weather in October

In October, Yancheng averages a high of 22°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 53 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The October record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is 2°C (1973). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yancheng weather in November

In November, Yancheng averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 57 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The November record high is 29°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (2015).

Yancheng weather in December

In December, Yancheng averages a high of 9°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The December record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -10°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yancheng

December is the sunniest month in Yancheng, with sunshine about 55% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 26%. Over the year the sun shines about 40% of daylight hours. Yancheng is cloudier than 63% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in December at 61%.

Yancheng has about 32 days a year above 32°C. Yancheng is hotter than 53% of China.

First and last freeze in Yancheng

The first fall freeze in Yancheng typically comes around November 28, and the last spring freeze around March 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 259 days.

Yancheng weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yancheng station is 39°C, on August 2, 2003. The coldest is -11°C, on January 23, 1984.

The wettest day on record brought 321 mm of rain, on August 10, 2015.

40 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 Yancheng

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 8°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Yancheng climate questions

How much rain does Yancheng get?

Yancheng gets 1130 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 106 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yancheng?

July is the wettest month in Yancheng, with 244 mm. December is the driest, with 34 mm.

How many rainy days does Yancheng have a year?

Yancheng has about 106 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Yancheng?

July is the warmest month in Yancheng, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Yancheng?

January is the coldest month in Yancheng, with an average low of -1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yancheng?

The record high at the Yancheng station is 39°C, set on August 2, 2003. The record low is -11°C, on January 23, 1984.

What is the sunniest month in Yancheng?

December is the sunniest month in Yancheng, with sunshine about 55% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yancheng?

The first fall freeze in Yancheng typically comes around November 28. The last spring freeze is around March 14.

What is the best time to visit Yancheng?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.