Climate Overview
The climate in Hegang is cool. The average annual temperature is 4°C and approximately 683mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 167mm of rainfall. Hegang 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 -23°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Hegang has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 50°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 27°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -23°C and an average temperature of -18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 12°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hegang is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 683mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 57mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 167mm of rainfall. June and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3mm. That's 164mm 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 48cm annually. November is the snowiest month with approximately 20cm.
Wind
Hegang is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/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 19km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 12km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Hegang, which began on March 20, 2026. Hegang 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 27°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -23°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -8 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 123mm over the season and a monthly average of 41mm. Winds are moderate at around 17km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 14 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 403mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -12 to 20°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 139mm over the season and a monthly average of 46mm. Expect around 21cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -23 to -7°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 17mm for the entire season. Expect around 14cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hegang 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.