Shanxi Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Shanxi, China in July.

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Considering a trip to Shanxi, China this July and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Shanxi in July

Shanxi, China is a region in China. July in Shanxi generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Taihuai at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Yuncheng at 33°C (91°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Yuncheng and 15°C (59°F) in Taihuai. In Shanxi, China, July typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Shanxi, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Yuncheng with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Taihuai with 209 mm (8.2 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Taiyuan.

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Taiyuan sees close to 228 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Shanxi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shanxi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Taiyuan)

January2°C (36°F) February6°C (43°F) March12°C (54°F) April19°C (66°F) May25°C (77°F) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July30°C (86°F) August28°C (82°F) September24°C (75°F) October18°C (64°F) November10°C (50°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shanxi in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Shanxi.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Shanxi

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Shanxi, China?

Temperature range in Shanxi (July)

Precipitation variation in Shanxi (July)

Taiyuan

In July Taiyuan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
228 hours
223 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
126 mm (5 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Taiyuan →

Pingyao

In July Pingyao generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Pingyao →

Datong

In July Datong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Datong →

Linfen

In July Linfen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Linfen →

Yuncheng

In July Yuncheng generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Yuncheng →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shanxi, in China.

In our records: China July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in China reached 45°C (113°F) in Nanchang on July 10, 1978.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Shanxi in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taiyuan 30°C (86°F) 19°C (66°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Pingyao 31°C (88°F) 19°C (66°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Datong 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Linfen 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 151 mm (5.9 in)
Yuncheng 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Yangquan 28°C (82°F) 18°C (64°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)

Shanxi weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Shanxi, China in July?

In July, Shanxi, China generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Taiyuan sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in Shanxi, China in July?

Daytime temperatures in Taiyuan peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in July, dropping to about 19°C (66°F) overnight.

Does Shanxi, China get a lot of rain in July?

Taiyuan typically receives notable rainfall in July, about 126 mm (5 in) on average across Shanxi, China.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Shanxi, China?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Taiyuan, July might be a good time to visit Shanxi, China. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June and September offering mostly perfect weather in Taiyuan. In contrast, January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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