Zhangye Climate by Month
The climate in Zhangye is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to very cold in the cooler months.
The city has a dry climate with very low precipitation levels.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
In Zhangye, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a very cold 1°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -15°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Zhangye sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 231 mm of rain/snowfall per year. The seasons in Zhangye, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 50 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 9 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 4.8 mm over a single snowy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
The best time of year to visit Zhangye in China
During the months of May and September 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:
July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 50 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 5 mm of precipitation.
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