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Shanmenkou Climate by Month

The temperature in Shanmenkou can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Shanmenkou can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 6°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -4°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Shanmenkou experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 972 mm yearly. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, July receives heavy rainfall, averaging 176 mm of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, December brings less rainfall, with 17 mm over 4 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 Shanmenkou. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.0 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.8 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Xi'an, China (11 KM, 7 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Xi'an, China (11 KM, 7 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Shanmenkou 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 Shanmenkou?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July, August and September.
  • Does Shanmenkou have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January and December are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Shanmenkou?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Shanmenkou?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 6°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Shanmenkou?
    July tops the wettest month list with 176 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Shanmenkou?
    December is the driest month with 17 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Shanmenkou?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 181 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Shanmenkou

    Thu   Nov 21
    13°C | 4°C
    E 4 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    13°C | 4°C
    N 4 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    9°C | 3°C
    NW 4 km/h
    2.2 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain