Climate Insights for Dalai

Baicheng Shi, Jilin Sheng, China

Hottest
July
29°C peak
Coldest
January
-20°C low
Wettest
August
141mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Dalai is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 527mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 141mm of rainfall. Dalai is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -20°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -10° Average: -15° Min: -20° Feb Max: -5° Average: -11° Min: -15° Mar Max: 5° Average: 0° Min: -5° Apr Max: 15° Average: 9° Min: 3° May Max: 21° Average: 16° Min: 11° Jun Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 17° Jul Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Aug Max: 26° Average: 23° Min: 19° Sep Max: 22° Average: 17° Min: 13° Oct Max: 13° Average: 8° Min: 3° Nov Max: 1° Average: -3° Min: -7° Dec Max: -9° Average: -13° Min: -17°
Max
Average
Min

Dalai has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 49°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -15°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 3mm Snow: 3mm Mar Precipitation: 7mm Snow: 4mm Apr Precipitation: 20mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 56mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 79mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 116mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 141mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 60mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 17mm Dec Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 3mm
Precipitation
Snow

Dalai is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 527mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 44mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 141mm of rainfall. July and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2mm. That's 139mm less than August, 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 33cm annually. November is the snowiest month with approximately 17cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 13km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 16km/h May Wind Speed: 15km/h Jun Wind Speed: 12km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 14km/h Oct Wind Speed: 14km/h Nov Wind Speed: 15km/h Dec Wind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed

Dalai is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is April, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 5km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

9 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Dalai, which began on June 21, 2026. Dalai 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 -20°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (9 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from -5 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 83mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 17 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 337mm across the season with a monthly average of 112mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -7 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Expect around 18cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -20 to -5°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 9mm for the entire season. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -15°
Feb -11°
Mar
Apr
May 16°
Jun 21°
Jul 25°
Aug 23°
Sep 17°
Oct
Nov -3°
Dec -13°

The best time to visit Dalai is during May, June and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 65mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 29°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -20°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 Dalai 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-20 °C
-10 °C
11 km/h
2 mm
2 cm
Feb
-15 °C
-5 °C
13 km/h
3 mm
3 cm
Mar
-5 °C
5 °C
14 km/h
7 mm
4 cm
Apr
3 °C
15 °C
16 km/h
20 mm
2 cm
May
11 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
56 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
26 °C
12 km/h
79 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
116 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
26 °C
11 km/h
141 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
13 °C
22 °C
14 km/h
60 mm
0 cm
Oct
3 °C
13 °C
14 km/h
19 mm
1 cm
Nov
-7 °C
1 °C
15 km/h
19 mm
17 cm
Dec
-17 °C
-9 °C
13 km/h
4 mm
3 cm
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