Yinchuan, Ningxia Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yinchuan get?

Yinchuan gets 219 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 44 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 89% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 44 mm. March is the driest, with 5 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 7.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 91 days, to February 5, 2022.

Yinchuan weather by month

Yinchuan weather in January

In January, Yinchuan averages a high of 0°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The January record high is 17°C (1979) and the record low is -28°C (1971).

Yinchuan weather in February

In February, Yinchuan averages a high of 5°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2021) and the record low is -26°C (1971).

Yinchuan weather in March

In March, Yinchuan averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2013) and the record low is -17°C (1987).

Yinchuan weather in April

In April, Yinchuan averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (1994) and the record low is -8°C (1974). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yinchuan weather in May

In May, Yinchuan averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (1981) and the record low is -3°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yinchuan weather in June

In June, Yinchuan averages a high of 29°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2022) and the record low is 5°C (1997).

Yinchuan weather in July

In July, Yinchuan averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 11°C (1979).

Yinchuan weather in August

In August, Yinchuan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 42 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (2014) and the record low is 9°C (2008).

Yinchuan weather in September

In September, Yinchuan averages a high of 23°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (1998) and the record low is -3°C (1970). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yinchuan weather in October

In October, Yinchuan averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2022) and the record low is -9°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yinchuan weather in November

In November, Yinchuan averages a high of 8°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -16°C (1971).

Yinchuan weather in December

In December, Yinchuan averages a high of 1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The December record high is 17°C (2023) and the record low is -24°C (1984).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yinchuan

December is the sunniest month in Yinchuan, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. April is the cloudiest, at 51%. Over the year the sun shines about 59% of daylight hours. Yinchuan is sunnier than 83% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 58% and is lowest in March at 29%.

Yinchuan has about 19 days a year above 32°C. Yinchuan is cooler than 60% of China.

First and last freeze in Yinchuan

The first fall freeze in Yinchuan typically comes around October 19, and the last spring freeze around April 16. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 186 days.

Yinchuan weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yinchuan station is 39°C, on July 7, 2022. The coldest is -28°C, on January 29, 1971.

The wettest day on record brought 113 mm of rain, on July 30, 2012.

46 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 Yinchuan

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.

Yinchuan climate questions

How much rain does Yinchuan get?

Yinchuan gets 219 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 44 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yinchuan?

July is the wettest month in Yinchuan, with 44 mm. March is the driest, with 5 mm.

How many rainy days does Yinchuan have a year?

Yinchuan has about 44 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 7.

What is the hottest month in Yinchuan?

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

What is the coldest month in Yinchuan?

January is the coldest month in Yinchuan, with an average low of -12°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yinchuan?

The record high at the Yinchuan station is 39°C, set on July 7, 2022. The record low is -28°C, on January 29, 1971.

What is the sunniest month in Yinchuan?

December is the sunniest month in Yinchuan, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. April is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yinchuan?

The first fall freeze in Yinchuan typically comes around October 19. The last spring freeze is around April 16.

What is the best time to visit Yinchuan?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.