Hohhot Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Hohhot is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in July to a very cold -5°C (23°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 16°C (61°F) in July to -18°C (0°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Hohhot maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 449 mm (18 in). The seasons in Hohhot bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives high rainfall, with an average of 102 mm (4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 5.2 mm (0.2 in) over 3 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Hohhot Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Hohhot, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.8 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 5.7 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Hohhot.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 62%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 37%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year