Climate of Zhejiang, China
Area-weighted average across Zhejiang. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Zhejiang, a subdivision of China, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.5°C / 40.1°F in January to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in July, with rainfall from 40 mm / 1.6 in to 236 mm / 9.3 in depending on the season (1488 mm / 58.6 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 | 4.5°C40.1°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| February | 5.8°C42.4°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| March | 9.5°C49.1°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| April | 15.2°C59.4°F | 148 mm5.8″ | — |
| May | 19.7°C67.5°F | 193 mm7.6″ | — |
| June | 23.2°C73.8°F | 236 mm9.3″ | — |
| July | 26.8°C80.2°F | 144 mm5.7″ | — |
| August | 26.4°C79.5°F | 154 mm6.1″ | — |
| September | 22.5°C72.5°F | 160 mm6.3″ | — |
| October | 17.7°C63.9°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| November | 12.2°C54°F | 63 mm2.5″ | — |
| December | 6.8°C44.2°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Zhejiang?
Zhejiang, China does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 26.8°C / 80.2°F, and the driest is December at 40 mm / 1.6 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Zhejiang?
Zhejiang, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.5°C / 40.1°F in January to 26.8°C / 80.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1488 mm / 58.6 in, with the wettest month being June (236 mm / 9.3 in) and the driest December (40 mm / 1.6 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Zhejiang?
The hottest month in Zhejiang is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.8°C / 80.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Zhejiang?
The coldest month in Zhejiang is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.5°C / 40.1°F.
When does it rain most in Zhejiang?
The wettest month in Zhejiang is June, averaging about 236 mm / 9.3 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 40 mm / 1.6 in.