Climate of Hunan, China
Area-weighted average across Hunan. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Hunan, a subdivision of China, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 5°C / 41°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in July, with rainfall from 42 mm / 1.7 in to 214 mm / 8.4 in depending on the season (1412 mm / 55.6 in total across the year). See the 8 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 | 5°C41°F | 50 mm2″ | — |
| February | 6.7°C44.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| March | 10.6°C51.1°F | 117 mm4.6″ | — |
| April | 16.7°C62.1°F | 186 mm7.3″ | — |
| May | 21.3°C70.3°F | 214 mm8.4″ | — |
| June | 24.7°C76.5°F | 213 mm8.4″ | — |
| July | 27.5°C81.5°F | 131 mm5.2″ | — |
| August | 27°C80.6°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| September | 23.1°C73.6°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| October | 18°C64.4°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| November | 12.4°C54.3°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 7.5°C45.5°F | 42 mm1.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hunan?
Hunan, China does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 27.5°C / 81.5°F, and the driest is December at 42 mm / 1.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Hunan?
Hunan, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 5°C / 41°F in January to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1412 mm / 55.6 in, with the wettest month being May (214 mm / 8.4 in) and the driest December (42 mm / 1.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Hunan?
The hottest month in Hunan is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Hunan?
The coldest month in Hunan is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 5°C / 41°F.
When does it rain most in Hunan?
The wettest month in Hunan is May, averaging about 214 mm / 8.4 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 42 mm / 1.7 in.