Shimian Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Shimian, China, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) in July, while winters cool to 4°C (39°F) in January.
With around 2371 mm (93 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Shimian has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from April to October. The wettest month is July.
Monthly Temperature in Shimian
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Shimian. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C (39°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 15°C (59°F) in July to -5°C (23°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Shimian
Shimian has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2371 mm (93 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Shimian can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 407 mm (16 in) of precipitation over 21 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 47 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation spread across 4 snowy/rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Shimian Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Shimian 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Shimian
Shimian experiences varied weather conditions throughout the year. The weather offers different seasonal patterns that provide unique experiences for visitors at different times. If we needed to point out one month as best to visit, it would be March, a good month to visit with 109 mm (4.3 in) of rainfall.Check the specific monthly conditions to plan your visit according to your weather preferences and planned activities.
The wettest period occurs during April, May, June, July, August, September and October, when the area receives its heaviest rainfall. Planning your next adventure but unsure where to go? Our climate tool suggests perfect locations tailored to your preferred weather conditions. Discover your ideal travel destination with our weather planner.
