Zhonghe, Chongqing Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Zhonghe, Chongqing gets 1389 mm of precipitation a year over about 162 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 30°C) and January the coldest (average low 2°C).

Zhonghe climate at a glance

Subtropical monsoon climate

Zhonghe, Chongqing has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 8°C in January to 30°C in August. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Zhonghe get?

Zhonghe gets 1389 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 162 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 98% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 244 mm. December is the driest, with 24 mm. May has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 22 days, to August 27, 2022.

Zhonghe weather by month

Zhonghe weather in January

In January, Zhonghe averages a high of 8°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The January record high is 22°C (2002) and the record low is -8°C (1970).

Zhonghe weather in February

In February, Zhonghe averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 18% of daylight hours. The February record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -6°C (1974).

Zhonghe weather in March

In March, Zhonghe averages a high of 14°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 69 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 19% of daylight hours. The March record high is 31°C (2025) and the record low is -2°C (1974).

Zhonghe weather in April

In April, Zhonghe averages a high of 20°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 122 mm of precipitation over about 16 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The April record high is 33°C (2004) and the record low is -2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhonghe weather in May

In May, Zhonghe averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 213 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (1988) and the record low is 4°C (2014). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhonghe weather in June

In June, Zhonghe averages a high of 27°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 244 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 13% of daylight hours. The June record high is 36°C (1981) and the record low is 12°C (1981).

Zhonghe weather in July

In July, Zhonghe averages a high of 30°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 193 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 14°C (1992).

Zhonghe weather in August

In August, Zhonghe averages a high of 30°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 156 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The August record high is 38°C (1981) and the record low is 14°C (1984).

Zhonghe weather in September

In September, Zhonghe averages a high of 26°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (2024) and the record low is 11°C (1997). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhonghe weather in October

In October, Zhonghe averages a high of 20°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 116 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 26% of daylight hours. The October record high is 33°C (2022) and the record low is 4°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zhonghe weather in November

In November, Zhonghe averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (1979) and the record low is -3°C (2022).

Zhonghe weather in December

In December, Zhonghe averages a high of 10°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 33% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (1972) and the record low is -6°C (2018).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Zhonghe

August is the sunniest month in Zhonghe, with sunshine about 36% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 13%. Over the year the sun shines about 25% of daylight hours. Zhonghe is cloudier than 98% of China.

Humidity peaks in June at 82% and is lowest in August at 72%.

Zhonghe has about 21 days a year above 32°C. Zhonghe is cooler than 58% of China.

First and last freeze in Zhonghe

The first fall freeze in Zhonghe typically comes around December 14, and the last spring freeze around February 22. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 295 days.

Zhonghe weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Zhonghe station is 38°C, on August 8, 1981. The coldest is -8°C, on January 6, 1970.

The wettest day on record brought 245 mm of rain, on June 2, 2022.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.1°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Zhonghe

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 9°C and lows near 3°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 29°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 13°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January34 mm1278%26%22°-8°
February38 mm1180%18%28°-6°
March69 mm1578%19%31°-2°
April122 mm1678%20%33°-2°
May213 mm1780%20%36°
June244 mm1782%13%36°12°
July193 mm1477%22%38°14°
August156 mm1372%36%38°14°
September116 mm1173%34%36°11°
October116 mm1575%26%33°
November64 mm1178%30%27°-3°
December24 mm1072%33%21°-6°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Zhonghe climate questions

How much rain does Zhonghe get?

Zhonghe gets 1389 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 162 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Zhonghe?

June is the wettest month in Zhonghe, with 244 mm. December is the driest, with 24 mm.

How many rainy days does Zhonghe have a year?

Zhonghe has about 162 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Zhonghe?

July is the warmest month in Zhonghe, with an average high of 30°C.

What is the coldest month in Zhonghe?

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

What is the record high temperature in Zhonghe?

The record high at the Zhonghe station is 38°C, set on August 8, 1981. The record low is -8°C, on January 6, 1970.

What is the sunniest month in Zhonghe?

August is the sunniest month in Zhonghe, with sunshine about 36% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Zhonghe?

The first fall freeze in Zhonghe typically comes around December 14. The last spring freeze is around February 22.

What is the best time to visit Zhonghe?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station YOUYANG (48 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station YOUYANG.