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Nanjing Climate by Month

With a subtropical monsoon climate climate Nanjing can best be visited from March until May. During summer months (June-September) the average temperature is very high making Nanjing one of the hottest and humid cities in China. Also most rain is seen during summer months so best to avoid these months. September to November is a great time to visit if you wish to see the maple trees.

Average day and night temperature

In Nanjing, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in July to a chilly 8°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 0°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Nanjing experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1277 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Nanjing, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 230 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 10 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 36 mm over 8 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

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

Sunshine over the year

In Nanjing, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.7 hours in August. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 4.0 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The best time of year to visit Nanjing in China

During the months of April and October 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:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Nanjing?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, July and August.
  • Which is the warmest month in Nanjing?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Nanjing?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 8°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Nanjing?
    June tops the wettest month list with 230 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Nanjing?
    December is the driest month with 36 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Nanjing?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 201 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Nanjing

    Thu   Nov 21
    15°C | 7°C
    N 11 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    16°C | 6°C
    NE 11 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    16°C | 6°C
    NE 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain