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Datong Climate by Month

The temperature in Datong can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and mild during the cooler months. It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Datong can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 30°C in July to a moderate 17°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 10°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Datong is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3717 mm. The climate in Datong shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in June, with an average of 468 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, March offers drier and sunnier days, with around 172 mm of rainfall over 21 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Datong serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in February, offering only 2.1 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Yilan City, Taiwan (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Yilan City, Taiwan (16 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Datong in Taiwan

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

The average rainfall figures in Datong are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose July which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Datong?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 30°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 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Datong?
    June tops the wettest month list with 468 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Datong?
    March is the driest month with 172 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Datong?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 224 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Datong

    Fri   Dec 13
    18°C | 11°C
    N 7 km/h
    5.5 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    12°C | 7°C
    N 7 km/h
    4 mm
    overcast and  chance of rain

    overcast and chance of rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    13°C | 7°C
    NE 7 km/h
    2.2 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain