Yichang, Hubei Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yichang get?

Yichang gets 1170 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 128 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 72% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 213 mm. December is the driest, with 18 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 32 days, to December 9, 2021.

Yichang weather by month

Yichang weather in January

In January, Yichang averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2002) and the record low is -10°C (1977).

Yichang weather in February

In February, Yichang averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -4°C (2014).

Yichang weather in March

In March, Yichang averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The March record high is 33°C (2013) and the record low is -1°C (2005). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yichang weather in April

In April, Yichang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The April record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is 1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yichang weather in May

In May, Yichang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2011) and the record low is 10°C (1983).

Yichang weather in June

In June, Yichang averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 159 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The June record high is 40°C (1974) and the record low is 14°C (1987).

Yichang weather in July

In July, Yichang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 213 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (1971) and the record low is 17°C (2015).

Yichang weather in August

In August, Yichang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 179 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The August record high is 40°C (2003) and the record low is 17°C (2005).

Yichang weather in September

In September, Yichang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The September record high is 40°C (2024) and the record low is 12°C (2011).

Yichang weather in October

In October, Yichang averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The October record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yichang weather in November

In November, Yichang averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The November record high is 30°C (1979) and the record low is -1°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yichang weather in December

In December, Yichang averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yichang

December is the sunniest month in Yichang, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 23%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Yichang is cloudier than 79% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 82% and is lowest in December at 66%.

Yichang has about 51 days a year above 32°C. Yichang is hotter than 75% of China.

First and last freeze in Yichang

The first fall freeze in Yichang typically comes around December 17, and the last spring freeze around February 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 308 days.

Yichang weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yichang station is 41°C, on July 26, 1971. The coldest is -10°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 229 mm of rain, on August 10, 1988.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Yichang

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Yichang climate questions

How much rain does Yichang get?

Yichang gets 1170 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 128 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yichang?

July is the wettest month in Yichang, with 213 mm. December is the driest, with 18 mm.

How many rainy days does Yichang have a year?

Yichang has about 128 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Yichang?

July is the warmest month in Yichang, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Yichang?

January is the coldest month in Yichang, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yichang?

The record high at the Yichang station is 41°C, set on July 26, 1971. The record low is -10°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Yichang?

December is the sunniest month in Yichang, with sunshine about 50% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yichang?

The first fall freeze in Yichang typically comes around December 17. The last spring freeze is around February 12.

What is the best time to visit Yichang?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.