Yongzhou, Hunan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yongzhou get?

Yongzhou gets 1500 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 155 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 94% of China.

May is the wettest month, with 219 mm. September is the driest, with 55 mm. March has the most rainy days, about 19.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 47 days, to October 28, 2022.

Yongzhou weather by month

Yongzhou weather in January

In January, Yongzhou averages a high of 9°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The January record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -7°C (1977).

Yongzhou weather in February

In February, Yongzhou averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 97 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The February record high is 32°C (2009) and the record low is -4°C (1990).

Yongzhou weather in March

In March, Yongzhou averages a high of 16°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 170 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The March record high is 36°C (1988) and the record low is 0°C (2005).

Yongzhou weather in April

In April, Yongzhou averages a high of 23°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 169 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2005) and the record low is 4°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yongzhou weather in May

In May, Yongzhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 219 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2023) and the record low is 9°C (2004).

Yongzhou weather in June

In June, Yongzhou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 191 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2004) and the record low is 14°C (1978).

Yongzhou weather in July

In July, Yongzhou averages a high of 33°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 131 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 19°C (1993).

Yongzhou weather in August

In August, Yongzhou averages a high of 33°C and a low of 25°C. It gets 165 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 41°C (2010) and the record low is 18°C (2016).

Yongzhou weather in September

In September, Yongzhou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (2021) and the record low is 12°C (1970).

Yongzhou weather in October

In October, Yongzhou averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The October record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1978). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yongzhou weather in November

In November, Yongzhou averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 86 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The November record high is 34°C (2005) and the record low is -1°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yongzhou weather in December

In December, Yongzhou averages a high of 12°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 62 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The December record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (2002).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yongzhou

December is the sunniest month in Yongzhou, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 32% of daylight hours. Yongzhou is cloudier than 88% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 79% and is lowest in August at 64%.

Yongzhou has about 66 days a year above 32°C. Yongzhou is hotter than 88% of China.

First and last freeze in Yongzhou

The first fall freeze in Yongzhou typically comes around December 22, and the last spring freeze around February 5. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 320 days.

Yongzhou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yongzhou station is 41°C, on August 5, 2010. The coldest is -7°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 201 mm of rain, on August 16, 2018.

37 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 Yongzhou

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

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 5°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 15°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 25°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 16°C.

Yongzhou climate questions

How much rain does Yongzhou get?

Yongzhou gets 1500 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 155 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yongzhou?

May is the wettest month in Yongzhou, with 219 mm. September is the driest, with 55 mm.

How many rainy days does Yongzhou have a year?

Yongzhou has about 155 days with measurable rain in an average year. March has the most, about 19.

What is the hottest month in Yongzhou?

July is the warmest month in Yongzhou, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Yongzhou?

January is the coldest month in Yongzhou, with an average low of 4°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yongzhou?

The record high at the Yongzhou station is 41°C, set on August 5, 2010. The record low is -7°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Yongzhou?

December is the sunniest month in Yongzhou, with sunshine about 46% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yongzhou?

The first fall freeze in Yongzhou typically comes around December 22. The last spring freeze is around February 5.

What is the best time to visit Yongzhou?

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