Zigong, Sichuan Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Zigong get?

Zigong gets 1032 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 156 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 95% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 200 mm. January is the driest, with 21 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 17.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 27 days, to February 11, 2023.

Zigong weather by month

Zigong weather in January

In January, Zigong averages a high of 11°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (2013) and the record low is -2°C (1977).

Zigong weather in February

In February, Zigong averages a high of 14°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 23 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 25% of daylight hours. The February record high is 27°C (2021) and the record low is 0°C (1977).

Zigong weather in March

In March, Zigong averages a high of 18°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 12 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2007) and the record low is 1°C (1986). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zigong weather in April

In April, Zigong averages a high of 24°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 65 mm of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (2023) and the record low is 6°C (1980). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zigong weather in May

In May, Zigong averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 23% of daylight hours. The May record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is 11°C (1991).

Zigong weather in June

In June, Zigong averages a high of 29°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 160 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2025) and the record low is 15°C (2026).

Zigong weather in July

In July, Zigong averages a high of 32°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 200 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The July record high is 39°C (2022) and the record low is 18°C (1973).

Zigong weather in August

In August, Zigong averages a high of 32°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 192 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 30% of daylight hours. The August record high is 42°C (2022) and the record low is 17°C (2020).

Zigong weather in September

In September, Zigong averages a high of 27°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 127 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is 14°C (1997).

Zigong weather in October

In October, Zigong averages a high of 22°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 17 rainy days. The sun is out about 15% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2021) and the record low is 6°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zigong weather in November

In November, Zigong averages a high of 17°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 22% of daylight hours. The November record high is 27°C (1979) and the record low is 3°C (1987). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Zigong weather in December

In December, Zigong averages a high of 12°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 20% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Zigong

August is the sunniest month in Zigong, with sunshine about 30% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 15%. Over the year the sun shines about 23% of daylight hours. Zigong is cloudier than 98% of China.

Humidity peaks in October at 81% and is lowest in May at 65%.

Zigong has about 41 days a year above 32°C. Zigong is hotter than 63% of China.

Zigong weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Zigong station is 42°C, on August 24, 2022. The coldest is -2°C, on January 30, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 222 mm of rain, on June 14, 1991.

49 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 Zigong

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 12°C and lows near 7°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 15°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 23°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 16°C.

Zigong climate questions

How much rain does Zigong get?

Zigong gets 1032 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 156 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Zigong?

July is the wettest month in Zigong, with 200 mm. January is the driest, with 21 mm.

How many rainy days does Zigong have a year?

Zigong has about 156 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 17.

What is the hottest month in Zigong?

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

What is the coldest month in Zigong?

January is the coldest month in Zigong, with an average low of 6°C.

What is the record high temperature in Zigong?

The record high at the Zigong station is 42°C, set on August 24, 2022. The record low is -2°C, on January 30, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Zigong?

August is the sunniest month in Zigong, with sunshine about 30% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

What is the best time to visit Zigong?

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