Shanxi is one of several regions in China, with temperatures that range from 1°C (34°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) during the peak of July. We've based our full climate overview on data from Taiyuan, the region's most prominent city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In Shanxi, the months of April, May and September bring pleasant weather, with average temperatures ranging between 19°C (66°F) and 25°C (77°F).
The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, November and December.
Precipitation in Shanxi varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in July with 126 mm (5 in) of rain, while December stays relatively dry with 4 mm (0.2 in). The driest conditions can be found during January, February, March, November and December, with rainfall staying below 19 mm (0.7 in).
May is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.
