Best Time to Visit Shangqiu, Henan, China
Shangqiu is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Shangqiu for sunny, dry weather is April and October — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through October–April; the wetter half falls in May–September. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 0.7°C / 33.3°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in July, with rainfall from 13 mm / 0.5 in (January) to 205 mm / 8.1 in (July). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shangqiu, Henan, China's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Shangqiu's climate is broadly Mediterranean-style. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 15.6°C60.1°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| October | 16°C60.8°F | 43 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Shangqiu?
The best time to visit Shangqiu for sunny, dry weather is April, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is January with about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Shangqiu's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Shangqiu?
The rainy season at Shangqiu, Henan runs through May–September, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 43 mm / 1.7 in. The wettest single month is July (205 mm / 8.1 in).
What is the driest month in Shangqiu?
The driest month in Shangqiu is January, averaging about 13 mm / 0.5 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 0.7°C / 33.3°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Shangqiu?
The least comfortable months for travel to Shangqiu — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, June, July, August, September, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 205 mm / 8.1 in in July, and the coldest month averages 0.7°C / 33.3°F.
Is Shangqiu climate different from China overall?
Yes, usually. Our Shangqiu figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our China figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Shangqiu specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.