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Zhoucun, Shandong Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Zhoucun, Shandong?
Zhoucun, Shandong gets 752 mm of precipitation a year over about 73 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -4°C).
Subtropical monsoon climate
Zhoucun, Shandong has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 4°C in January to 32°C in July. August is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -2° | 6° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 11° | 21° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 22° | 32° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 11° | 21° |
How much rain does Zhoucun get?
Zhoucun gets 752 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 73 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 69% of China.
August is the wettest month, with 203 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 12.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to April 7, 2025.
Zhoucun weather by month
Zhoucun weather in January
In January, Zhoucun averages a high of 4°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 20°C (2002) and the record low is -18°C (2021).
Zhoucun weather in February
In February, Zhoucun averages a high of 8°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 26°C (1996) and the record low is -15°C (1972).
Zhoucun weather in March
In March, Zhoucun averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 30°C (2009) and the record low is -11°C (1971).
Zhoucun weather in April
In April, Zhoucun averages a high of 22°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 34 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 36°C (2006) and the record low is -1°C (1980). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Zhoucun weather in May
In May, Zhoucun averages a high of 27°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 68 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 39°C (1982) and the record low is 6°C (2021).
Zhoucun weather in June
In June, Zhoucun averages a high of 32°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 90 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 41°C (2005) and the record low is 11°C (1987).
Zhoucun weather in July
In July, Zhoucun averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 197 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 38% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 42°C (2002) and the record low is 14°C (1976).
Zhoucun weather in August
In August, Zhoucun averages a high of 31°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 203 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2013) and the record low is 13°C (2009).
Zhoucun weather in September
In September, Zhoucun averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 59 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 38°C (2002) and the record low is 7°C (1970).
Zhoucun weather in October
In October, Zhoucun averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 32 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 34°C (1998) and the record low is 0°C (2002). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Zhoucun weather in November
In November, Zhoucun averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 30°C (2023) and the record low is -10°C (2015).
Zhoucun weather in December
In December, Zhoucun averages a high of 6°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -14°C (1985).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Zhoucun
December is the sunniest month in Zhoucun, with estimated sunshine of 71% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 38%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 53% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Zhoucun is sunnier than 67% of China.
Humidity peaks in August at 78% and is lowest in March at 44%.
Zhoucun has about 44 days a year above 32°C. Zhoucun is hotter than 64% of China.
First and last freeze in Zhoucun
The first fall freeze in Zhoucun typically comes around November 17, and the last spring freeze around March 19. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 243 days.
Zhoucun weather records
These records cover JINAN during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Zhoucun station is 42°C, on July 15, 2002. The coldest is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 198 mm of precipitation, on August 11, 2019.
50 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 Zhoucun
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 6°C and lows near -2°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 11°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 22°C. It can feel humid.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 11°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -4° | 4° | 9.4 mm | 2 | 56% | 60% | 20° | -18° |
| February | -1° | 8° | 12 mm | 4 | 51% | 54% | 26° | -15° |
| March | 4° | 14° | 13 mm | 4 | 44% | 55% | 30° | -11° |
| April | 11° | 22° | 34 mm | 5 | 49% | 50% | 36° | -1° |
| May | 17° | 27° | 68 mm | 6 | 52% | 52% | 39° | 6° |
| June | 22° | 32° | 90 mm | 8 | 55% | 47% | 41° | 11° |
| July | 23° | 32° | 197 mm | 12 | 75% | 38% | 42° | 14° |
| August | 22° | 31° | 203 mm | 12 | 78% | 46% | 38° | 13° |
| September | 18° | 27° | 59 mm | 6 | 70% | 54% | 38° | 7° |
| October | 12° | 22° | 32 mm | 5 | 62% | 54% | 34° | 0° |
| November | 4° | 13° | 28 mm | 5 | 60% | 59% | 30° | -10° |
| December | -2° | 6° | 7.9 mm | 3 | 53% | 71% | 23° | -14° |
Station: JINAN, 73 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; 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.
Zhoucun climate questions
How much rain does Zhoucun get?
Zhoucun gets 752 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 73 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Zhoucun?
August is the wettest month in Zhoucun, with 203 mm. December is the driest, with 8 mm.
How many rainy days does Zhoucun have a year?
Zhoucun has about 73 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 12.
What is the hottest month in Zhoucun?
July is the warmest month in Zhoucun, with an average high of 32°C.
What is the coldest month in Zhoucun?
January is the coldest month in Zhoucun, with an average low of -4°C.
What is the record high temperature in Zhoucun?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Zhoucun station is 42°C, set on July 15, 2002. The record low is -18°C, on January 7, 2021.
What is the sunniest month in Zhoucun?
December is the sunniest month in Zhoucun, with estimated sunshine of 71% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Zhoucun?
The first fall freeze in Zhoucun typically comes around November 17. The last spring freeze is around March 19.
What is the best time to visit Zhoucun?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.