Yushu, Qinghai Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Yushu get?

Yushu gets 503 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 134 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 76% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 104 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 22.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 65 days, to February 11, 2025.

Yushu weather by month

Yushu weather in January

In January, Yushu averages a high of 2°C and a low of -15°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (2007) and the record low is -29°C (2015).

Yushu weather in February

In February, Yushu averages a high of 5°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The February record high is 17°C (2021) and the record low is -26°C (1977).

Yushu weather in March

In March, Yushu averages a high of 9°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (1999) and the record low is -19°C (2019).

Yushu weather in April

In April, Yushu averages a high of 13°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The April record high is 23°C (2004) and the record low is -13°C (1978).

Yushu weather in May

In May, Yushu averages a high of 16°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 58 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The May record high is 26°C (1979) and the record low is -8°C (2022).

Yushu weather in June

In June, Yushu averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 22 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The June record high is 28°C (1984) and the record low is -4°C (1977).

Yushu weather in July

In July, Yushu averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 95 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The July record high is 29°C (2006) and the record low is -2°C (1976). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yushu weather in August

In August, Yushu averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 88 mm of precipitation over about 18 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The August record high is 30°C (2022) and the record low is -2°C (1971). August is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yushu weather in September

In September, Yushu averages a high of 18°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 78 mm of precipitation over about 19 rainy days. The sun is out about 27% of daylight hours. The September record high is 27°C (2011) and the record low is -6°C (1973). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Yushu weather in October

In October, Yushu averages a high of 13°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The October record high is 25°C (1973) and the record low is -12°C (1978).

Yushu weather in November

In November, Yushu averages a high of 8°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The November record high is 18°C (2020) and the record low is -20°C (1981).

Yushu weather in December

In December, Yushu averages a high of 4°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The December record high is 15°C (1987) and the record low is -28°C (1995).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Yushu

December is the sunniest month in Yushu, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 22%. Over the year the sun shines about 36% of daylight hours. Yushu is cloudier than 76% of China.

Humidity peaks in October at 76% and is lowest in May at 63%.

First and last freeze in Yushu

The first fall freeze in Yushu typically comes around September 8, and the last spring freeze around June 1. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 99 days.

Yushu weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Yushu station is 30°C, on August 9, 2022. The coldest is -29°C, on January 10, 2015.

The wettest day on record brought 40 mm of rain, on December 31, 2021.

40 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 Yushu

The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -13°C.

Spring (March–May) is chilly, with average highs around 13°C and lows near -2°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near -2°C.

Yushu climate questions

How much rain does Yushu get?

Yushu gets 503 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 134 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Yushu?

June is the wettest month in Yushu, with 104 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm.

How many rainy days does Yushu have a year?

Yushu has about 134 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 22.

What is the hottest month in Yushu?

July is the warmest month in Yushu, with an average high of 21°C.

What is the coldest month in Yushu?

January is the coldest month in Yushu, with an average low of -15°C.

What is the record high temperature in Yushu?

The record high at the Yushu station is 30°C, set on August 9, 2022. The record low is -29°C, on January 10, 2015.

What is the sunniest month in Yushu?

December is the sunniest month in Yushu, with sunshine about 54% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Yushu?

The first fall freeze in Yushu typically comes around September 8. The last spring freeze is around June 1.

What is the best time to visit Yushu?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically July to September, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.