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Quanzhou Climate by Month

The climate in Quanzhou is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to pleasant in the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Quanzhou, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 10°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Quanzhou experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1360 mm of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives heavy rainfall, averaging 237 mm of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, January brings less rainfall, with 38 mm over 10 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Quanzhou. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Xiamen, China (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Xiamen, China (71 KM, 44 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Quanzhou in China

During the months of March, April, November and December 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 Quanzhou?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July and August.
  • Which is the warmest month in Quanzhou?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 34°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Quanzhou?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Quanzhou?
    August tops the wettest month list with 237 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Quanzhou?
    January is the driest month with 38 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Quanzhou?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 233 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Quanzhou

    Wed   Dec 04
    24°C | 17°C
    NE 18 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Thu   Dec 05
    24°C | 15°C
    NE 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Fri   Dec 06
    24°C | 14°C
    NE 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain