Climate of Gansu, China
Area-weighted average across Gansu. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Gansu, a subdivision of China, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -9.1°C / 15.6°F in January to 18.3°C / 64.9°F in July, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 62 mm / 2.4 in depending on the season (307 mm / 12.1 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -9.1°C15.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| February | -5.9°C21.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
| March | -0.1°C31.8°F | 9 mm0.4″ | — |
| April | 6.9°C44.4°F | 19 mm0.7″ | — |
| May | 12.2°C54°F | 34 mm1.3″ | — |
| June | 16.2°C61.2°F | 44 mm1.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 18.3°C64.9°F | 62 mm2.4″ | — |
| August | 17.4°C63.3°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| September | 12.3°C54.1°F | 46 mm1.8″ | — |
| October | 5.7°C42.3°F | 21 mm0.8″ | — |
| November | -1.7°C28.9°F | 5 mm0.2″ | — |
| December | -7.3°C18.9°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gansu?
The best months to visit Gansu, China for sunny, dry weather are June. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 18.3°C / 64.9°F, and the driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Gansu?
Gansu, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -9.1°C / 15.6°F in January to 18.3°C / 64.9°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 307 mm / 12.1 in, with the wettest month being July (62 mm / 2.4 in) and the driest January (2 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Gansu?
The hottest month in Gansu is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 18.3°C / 64.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Gansu?
The coldest month in Gansu is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -9.1°C / 15.6°F.
When does it rain most in Gansu?
The wettest month in Gansu is July, averaging about 62 mm / 2.4 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.