Zhangjiakou, Hebei Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Zhangjiakou get?

Zhangjiakou gets 410 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 67 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 76% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 105 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 54 days, to January 11, 2023.

Zhangjiakou weather by month

Zhangjiakou weather in January

In January, Zhangjiakou averages a high of -1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 75% of daylight hours. The January record high is 10°C (2002) and the record low is -24°C (2021).

Zhangjiakou weather in February

In February, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 4°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The February record high is 20°C (2021) and the record low is -20°C (1984).

Zhangjiakou weather in March

In March, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 11°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The March record high is 29°C (2002) and the record low is -17°C (1971).

Zhangjiakou weather in April

In April, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 19°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2020) and the record low is -8°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhangjiakou weather in May

In May, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 26°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2001) and the record low is 1°C (1976). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhangjiakou weather in June

In June, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2005) and the record low is 7°C (1987).

Zhangjiakou weather in July

In July, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 31°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (2010) and the record low is 12°C (2015).

Zhangjiakou weather in August

In August, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 29°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 77 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 5°C (1972).

Zhangjiakou weather in September

In September, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (2002) and the record low is 1°C (1971). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhangjiakou weather in October

In October, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 17°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is -7°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhangjiakou weather in November

In November, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 8°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The November record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1970).

Zhangjiakou weather in December

In December, Zhangjiakou averages a high of 1°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 81% of daylight hours. The December record high is 16°C (1989) and the record low is -21°C (2023).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Zhangjiakou

December is the sunniest month in Zhangjiakou, with sunshine about 81% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 42%. Over the year the sun shines about 61% of daylight hours. Zhangjiakou is sunnier than 92% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 65% and is lowest in March at 33%.

Zhangjiakou has about 25 days a year above 32°C. Zhangjiakou is cooler than 53% of China.

First and last freeze in Zhangjiakou

The first fall freeze in Zhangjiakou typically comes around October 21, and the last spring freeze around April 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 196 days.

Zhangjiakou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Zhangjiakou station is 42°C, on July 29, 2010. The coldest is -24°C, on January 6, 2021.

The wettest day on record brought 109 mm of rain, on July 31, 1982.

50 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 Zhangjiakou

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -9°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 30°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 17°C and lows near 5°C.

Zhangjiakou climate questions

How much rain does Zhangjiakou get?

Zhangjiakou gets 410 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 67 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Zhangjiakou?

July is the wettest month in Zhangjiakou, with 105 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Zhangjiakou have a year?

Zhangjiakou has about 67 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.

What is the hottest month in Zhangjiakou?

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

What is the coldest month in Zhangjiakou?

January is the coldest month in Zhangjiakou, with an average low of -11°C.

What is the record high temperature in Zhangjiakou?

The record high at the Zhangjiakou station is 42°C, set on July 29, 2010. The record low is -24°C, on January 6, 2021.

What is the sunniest month in Zhangjiakou?

December is the sunniest month in Zhangjiakou, with sunshine about 81% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Zhangjiakou?

The first fall freeze in Zhangjiakou typically comes around October 21. The last spring freeze is around April 8.

What is the best time to visit Zhangjiakou?

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