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Zhaozhou, Heilongjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Zhaozhou, Heilongjiang?
Zhaozhou, Heilongjiang gets 477 mm of precipitation a year over about 77 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -23°C).
Humid continental climate
Zhaozhou, Heilongjiang has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -12°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -21° | -9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 0° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 17° | 27° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 0° | 11° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Zhaozhou got 164 mm of rain, against a normal of 477 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 115 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 67% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. June is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 54% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover ANDA during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 151 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -23° | -12° | 2.0 mm | 2 | 65% | 67% | 2° | -39° |
| February | -19° | -6° | 2.5 mm | 2 | 61% | 64% | 11° | -36° |
| March | -9° | 3° | 6.6 mm | 4 | 49% | 61% | 23° | -29° |
| April | 1° | 13° | 15 mm | 5 | 40% | 52% | 32° | -14° |
| May | 9° | 22° | 40 mm | 9 | 45% | 47% | 37° | -7° |
| June | 15° | 27° | 91 mm | 12 | 64% | 38% | 39° | 2° |
| July | 19° | 28° | 144 mm | 13 | 77% | 38% | 38° | 9° |
| August | 17° | 27° | 104 mm | 11 | 80% | 40% | 37° | 4° |
| September | 9° | 21° | 44 mm | 7 | 70% | 54% | 33° | -5° |
| October | 1° | 12° | 17 mm | 5 | 57% | 66% | 29° | -17° |
| November | -11° | -1° | 5.8 mm | 3 | 70% | 54% | 17° | -28° |
| December | -21° | -11° | 4.6 mm | 4 | 65% | 72% | 8° | -36° |
Station: ANDA, 75 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 72% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.