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Datong Climate by Month

Datong experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to very cold weather. The city tends toward drier weather patterns. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Datong is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold -3°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -16°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

With annual rain/snowfall averaging 491 mm, Datong maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. The climate in Datong shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in July, with an average of 104 mm of precipitation over 15 rainy days. In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.4 mm of snowfall over 2 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

The best time of year to visit Datong in China

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Datong have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January, February, March, November and December are very dry.
  • When is winter in Datong?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Datong?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Datong?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Datong?
    July tops the wettest month list with 104 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Datong?
    December is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Datong

    Thu   Nov 21
    7°C | -7°C
    NW 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    6°C | -7°C
    SE 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    7°C | -6°C
    S 11 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain