Climate Insights for Gecheng

Chongqing, Chongqing Shi, China

Hottest
August
26°C peak
Coldest
January
-3°C low
Wettest
July
256mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Gecheng is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1615mm of precipitation falls per year. Gecheng receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Gecheng is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -3°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 83cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 3° Average: 0° Min: -3° Feb Max: 6° Average: 2° Min: -2° Mar Max: 12° Average: 7° Min: 3° Apr Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 8° May Max: 20° Average: 15° Min: 12° Jun Max: 23° Average: 19° Min: 16° Jul Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Aug Max: 26° Average: 21° Min: 18° Sep Max: 21° Average: 17° Min: 14° Oct Max: 15° Average: 11° Min: 9° Nov Max: 10° Average: 6° Min: 3° Dec Max: 5° Average: 1° Min: -2°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Gecheng vary considerably across the year, with a 29°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 26°C and the mean temperature sits around 21°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 0°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 46mm Snow: 24mm Feb Precipitation: 52mm Snow: 19mm Mar Precipitation: 101mm Snow: 11mm Apr Precipitation: 134mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 144mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 212mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 256mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 188mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 224mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 143mm Snow: 1mm Nov Precipitation: 82mm Snow: 14mm Dec Precipitation: 34mm Snow: 13mm
Precipitation
Snow

Gecheng is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1615mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 135mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 256mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 34mm. That's 222mm less than July, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 83cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 24cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 6km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 7km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 6km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 6km/h Dec Wind Speed: 6km/h
Wind Speed

Gecheng is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/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 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Gecheng, which began on March 20, 2026. Gecheng 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 August at around 26°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -3°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 378mm across the season with a monthly average of 126mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 26°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 656mm across the season with a monthly average of 219mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 3 to 21°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 449mm across the season with a monthly average of 150mm. Expect around 15cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from -3 to 6°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 132mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Expect around 56cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Gecheng 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
-3 °C
3 °C
6 km/h
46 mm
24 cm
Feb
-2 °C
6 °C
7 km/h
52 mm
19 cm
Mar Current
3 °C
12 °C
7 km/h
101 mm
11 cm
Apr
8 °C
16 °C
8 km/h
134 mm
2 cm
May
12 °C
20 °C
7 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Jun
16 °C
23 °C
6 km/h
212 mm
0 cm
Jul
18 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
256 mm
0 cm
Aug
18 °C
26 °C
6 km/h
188 mm
0 cm
Sep
14 °C
21 °C
6 km/h
224 mm
0 cm
Oct
9 °C
15 °C
6 km/h
143 mm
1 cm
Nov
3 °C
10 °C
6 km/h
82 mm
14 cm
Dec
-2 °C
5 °C
6 km/h
34 mm
13 cm
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