Zigong, China experiences average highs of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 15°C (59°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is moderate, averaging about 12 rainy days per month. Average highs have warmed by 0.7°C (1.3°F) across the available records.
Zigong, China Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Zigong, China. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
5.7/10
Best: March, April, May, October, November
UV Index
5
Low
Temperature 22°C / 15°C
Feels Like 24°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 12
Rainfall 89 mm
Sunshine 6 h
Humidity 76%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 15°C
Snow Days 1 days
Frost Days 2 days
Hottest Month
33°C
August
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 17 days
Coldest Month
5°C
January
Avg High 12°C
Rain 7 days
Driest Month
6 days
December
Avg High 13°C
Avg Low 6°C
Windiest Month
12 km/h
April (Gusts 25)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:11
Daylight 13.8h
Sunset 20:02
Live conditions —
Zigong on the map · live conditions
Zigong, China
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- China
- City
- Zigong
- Population
- 1.3M
- Coordinates
- 29.34°, 104.78°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 15°C
Rain 13 days/mo
3/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 17 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 13 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 13°C
Avg Low 6°C
Rain 7 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 12°C / 5°C . Feb: 14°C / 6°C . Mar: 20°C / 11°C . Apr: 24°C / 15°C . May: 27°C / 19°C . Jun: 29°C / 22°C . Jul: 32°C / 25°C . Aug: 33°C / 25°C . Sep: 28°C / 21°C . Oct: 21°C / 16°C . Nov: 17°C / 11°C . Dec: 13°C / 6°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 24 mm. Feb: 24 mm. Mar: 44 mm. Apr: 85 mm. May: 92 mm. Jun: 144 mm. Jul: 207 mm. Aug: 189 mm. Sep: 144 mm. Oct: 68 mm. Nov: 26 mm. Dec: 23 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 73%. Apr: 72%. May: 71%. Jun: 76%. Jul: 79%. Aug: 76%. Sep: 79%. Oct: 81%. Nov: 78%. Dec: 77%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 10 km/h . Mar: 11 km/h . Apr: 12 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 11 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 9 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 5h. Feb: 6h. Mar: 6h. Apr: 7h. May: 8h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 6h. Oct: 4h. Nov: 5h. Dec: 5h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 3. Feb: UV 4. Mar: UV 6. Apr: UV 6. May: UV 6. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 6. Oct: UV 3. Nov: UV 3. Dec: UV 3.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Snow Days
Snow Days Snowfall
Snow Days: Jan: 1 days. Feb: 0 days. Mar: 0 days. Apr: 0 days. May: 0 days. Jun: 0 days. Jul: 0 days. Aug: 0 days. Sep: 0 days. Oct: 0 days. Nov: 0 days. Dec: 0 days.
Climate Trends
Average highs have warmed by 0.7°C (1.3°F) across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 10 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 33°C | Aug · 33°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 6°C | Jan · 5°C |
| Wettest month | Jul 2025 · 266 mm | Jul · 207 mm |
| Windiest month | May 2025 · 13 km/h | Apr · 12 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Fair 
February
Fair March best
Good April best
Excellent May best
Excellent June
Fair July
Wet August
Wet September
Fair October best
Excellent November best
Good December
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 5°C | 10°C / 3°C | 7days (24 mm) Good | 5h Fair | 76% Humid | 3.2 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| February | 14°C / 6°C | 12°C / 4°C | 7days (24 mm) Good | 5.7h Fair | 74% Muggy | 4 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
| March best | 20°C / 11°C | 19°C / 10°C | 11days (44 mm) Wet | 6.4h Fair | 73% Muggy | 5.5 High | Good | View Details |
| April best | 24°C / 15°C | 25°C / 16°C | 13days (85 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 72% Muggy | 6.3 High | Excellent | View Details |
| May best | 27°C / 19°C | 29°C / 20°C | 14days (92 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 71% Muggy | 6.1 High | Excellent | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 22°C | 33°C / 25°C | 16days (144 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 76% Humid | 6.1 High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 32°C / 25°C | 38°C / 29°C | 19days (207 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 79% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 33°C / 25°C | 39°C / 29°C | 17days (189 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 76% Humid | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 21°C | 31°C / 24°C | 17days (144 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 79% Humid | 5.9 High | Fair | View Details |
| October best | 21°C / 16°C | 22°C / 17°C | 14days (68 mm) Wet | 3.7h Poor | 81% Humid | 3.4 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 17°C / 11°C | 17°C / 10°C | 7days (26 mm) Good | 4.6h Fair | 78% Humid | 3.1 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| December | 13°C / 6°C | 11°C / 4°C | 6days (23 mm) Good | 4.5h Fair | 77% Humid | 3 Moderate | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Zigong are March, April, May, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Zigong, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Zigong is August, with average daytime highs of 33°C (91°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Zigong is January, with average overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Zigong is July, averaging 207mm of precipitation across 19 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Zigong runs through July, August, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Zigong.
Zigong receives approximately 77 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is August with around 9 hours. Based on climate data for Zigong.
The least favorable months to visit Zigong are July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider March, April, May, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Zigong is 5, classified as moderate. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Zigong is 76%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes, Zigong receives snow. Months with snowfall average 1 snow days and 1 cm (0 in) of accumulation, with about 2 frost days during winter.
Average wind speeds in Zigong are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is April with peak winds reaching 12 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 25 km/h / 15 mph).
Zigong averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 77%. The clearest skies occur in August.
The annual average dew point in Zigong is 15°C (59°F), which feels pleasant with low humidity. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Zigong has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Zigong ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 24°C (75°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
July is not the best time to visit Zigong, with a climate score of 1.7/10. Consider visiting during March, April, May, October, November instead for better conditions.
For July in Zigong, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 32°C (89°F) and 19 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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