Zhaozhou, Heilongjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Zhaozhou get?

Zhaozhou gets 477 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 77 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 66% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 144 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 13.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 44 days, to February 26, 2024.

Zhaozhou weather by month

Zhaozhou weather in January

In January, Zhaozhou averages a high of -12°C and a low of -23°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The January record high is 2°C (2023) and the record low is -39°C (1980).

Zhaozhou weather in February

In February, Zhaozhou averages a high of -6°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The February record high is 11°C (2019) and the record low is -36°C (2001).

Zhaozhou weather in March

In March, Zhaozhou averages a high of 3°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The March record high is 23°C (2018) and the record low is -29°C (1971).

Zhaozhou weather in April

In April, Zhaozhou averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (2008) and the record low is -14°C (1972).

Zhaozhou weather in May

In May, Zhaozhou averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 40 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (2019) and the record low is -7°C (1972). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhaozhou weather in June

In June, Zhaozhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2001) and the record low is 2°C (1980).

Zhaozhou weather in July

In July, Zhaozhou averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 144 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2001) and the record low is 9°C (1977).

Zhaozhou weather in August

In August, Zhaozhou averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 104 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The August record high is 37°C (1982) and the record low is 4°C (1976).

Zhaozhou weather in September

In September, Zhaozhou averages a high of 21°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 44 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The September record high is 33°C (2010) and the record low is -5°C (1980). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhaozhou weather in October

In October, Zhaozhou averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 17 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2019) and the record low is -17°C (1996).

Zhaozhou weather in November

In November, Zhaozhou averages a high of -1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The November record high is 17°C (2006) and the record low is -28°C (1992).

Zhaozhou weather in December

In December, Zhaozhou averages a high of -11°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The December record high is 8°C (2018) and the record low is -36°C (1976).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Zhaozhou

December is the sunniest month in Zhaozhou, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 38%. Over the year the sun shines about 54% of daylight hours. Zhaozhou is sunnier than 69% of China.

Humidity peaks in August at 80% and is lowest in April at 40%.

Zhaozhou has about 8 days a year above 32°C. Zhaozhou is cooler than 77% of China.

First and last freeze in Zhaozhou

The first fall freeze in Zhaozhou typically comes around October 5, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 160 days.

Zhaozhou weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Zhaozhou station is 39°C, on June 4, 2001. The coldest is -39°C, on January 16, 1980.

The wettest day on record brought 151 mm of rain, on August 3, 2017.

41 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 Zhaozhou

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

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -21°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 0°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 27°C and lows near 17°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 0°C.

Zhaozhou climate questions

How much rain does Zhaozhou get?

Zhaozhou gets 477 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 77 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Zhaozhou?

July is the wettest month in Zhaozhou, with 144 mm. January is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Zhaozhou have a year?

Zhaozhou has about 77 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 13.

What is the hottest month in Zhaozhou?

July is the warmest month in Zhaozhou, with an average high of 28°C.

What is the coldest month in Zhaozhou?

January is the coldest month in Zhaozhou, with an average low of -23°C.

What is the record high temperature in Zhaozhou?

The record high at the Zhaozhou station is 39°C, set on June 4, 2001. The record low is -39°C, on January 16, 1980.

What is the sunniest month in Zhaozhou?

December is the sunniest month in Zhaozhou, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Zhaozhou?

The first fall freeze in Zhaozhou typically comes around October 5. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Zhaozhou?

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