Climate Overview
The climate in Chenghua is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 1445mm of precipitation falls per year. Chenghua receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Chenghua is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 13°C.
Temperature
Chenghua sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 29°C. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 15°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Chenghua is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1445mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 120mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 252mm of rainfall. August and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 38mm. That's 214mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Chenghua is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 23km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 27km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 20km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 7km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 25km/h in winter, 23km/h in spring, 21km/h in summer, 24km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Chenghua, which began on March 20, 2026. Chenghua is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 13°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 384mm across the season with a monthly average of 128mm. Winds are moderate at around 23km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 26 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 651mm across the season with a monthly average of 217mm. Winds are moderate at around 21km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 20 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 256mm for the season, averaging 85mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 24km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 13 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 153mm for the season, averaging 51mm per month. Winds are strong, averaging 25km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Chenghua is during January, February, March, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 62mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Chenghua based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.