Zhicheng, Hubei Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Zhicheng, Hubei gets 1170 mm of precipitation a year over about 128 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).

Zhicheng climate at a glance

Subtropical monsoon climate

Zhicheng, Hubei has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 9°C in January to 32°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

How much rain does Zhicheng get?

Zhicheng gets 1170 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 128 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 72% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 213 mm. December is the driest, with 18 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 14.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 32 days, to December 9, 2021.

Zhicheng weather by month

Zhicheng weather in January

In January, Zhicheng averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2002) and the record low is -10°C (1977).

Zhicheng weather in February

In February, Zhicheng averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 37% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2021) and the record low is -4°C (2014).

Zhicheng weather in March

In March, Zhicheng averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The March record high is 33°C (2013) and the record low is -1°C (2005). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhicheng weather in April

In April, Zhicheng averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 101 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 29% of daylight hours. The April record high is 37°C (2004) and the record low is 1°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhicheng weather in May

In May, Zhicheng averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2011) and the record low is 10°C (1983).

Zhicheng weather in June

In June, Zhicheng averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 159 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The June record high is 40°C (1974) and the record low is 14°C (1987).

Zhicheng weather in July

In July, Zhicheng averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 213 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (1971) and the record low is 17°C (2015).

Zhicheng weather in August

In August, Zhicheng averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 179 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 40°C (2003) and the record low is 17°C (2005).

Zhicheng weather in September

In September, Zhicheng averages a high of 28°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 108 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The September record high is 40°C (2024) and the record low is 12°C (2011).

Zhicheng weather in October

In October, Zhicheng averages a high of 23°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 79 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The October record high is 38°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhicheng weather in November

In November, Zhicheng averages a high of 17°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The November record high is 30°C (1979) and the record low is -1°C (1975). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhicheng weather in December

In December, Zhicheng averages a high of 11°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The December record high is 26°C (2023) and the record low is -6°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Zhicheng

December is the sunniest month in Zhicheng, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 23%. Over the year the sun shines about 35% of daylight hours. Zhicheng is cloudier than 76% of China.

Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in December at 66%.

Zhicheng has about 51 days a year above 32°C. Zhicheng is hotter than 75% of China.

First and last freeze in Zhicheng

The first fall freeze in Zhicheng typically comes around December 17, and the last spring freeze around February 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 308 days.

Zhicheng weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Zhicheng station is 41°C, on July 26, 1971. The coldest is -10°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 229 mm of rain, on August 10, 1988.

31 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Zhicheng

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 11°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January26 mm872%44%22°-10°
February38 mm974%37%28°-4°
March59 mm1172%33%33°-1°
April101 mm1273%29%37°
May141 mm1476%25%39°10°
June159 mm1379%23%40°14°
July213 mm1480%23%41°17°
August179 mm1375%38%40°17°
September108 mm1172%41%40°12°
October79 mm1072%36%38°
November49 mm973%45%30°-1°
December18 mm666%51%26°-6°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Zhicheng climate questions

How much rain does Zhicheng get?

Zhicheng gets 1170 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 128 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Zhicheng?

July is the wettest month in Zhicheng, with 213 mm. December is the driest, with 18 mm.

How many rainy days does Zhicheng have a year?

Zhicheng has about 128 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 14.

What is the hottest month in Zhicheng?

July is the warmest month in Zhicheng, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Zhicheng?

January is the coldest month in Zhicheng, with an average low of 2°C.

What is the record high temperature in Zhicheng?

The record high at the Zhicheng station is 41°C, set on July 26, 1971. The record low is -10°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Zhicheng?

December is the sunniest month in Zhicheng, with sunshine about 51% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Zhicheng?

The first fall freeze in Zhicheng typically comes around December 17. The last spring freeze is around February 12.

What is the best time to visit Zhicheng?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March to April and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station YICHANG (49 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station YICHANG.