Xian Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Xian is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Xian, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in July to a chilly 4°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching -6°C in January. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Xian receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 581 mm. The seasons in Xian, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 171 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 3.7 mm over 2 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Xian Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
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The best time of year to visit Xian 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:
Yes, the months of January, February, March, November and December are very dry.
July has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 171 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 4 mm of precipitation.
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