Climate Overview
The climate in Nanchuan is temperate. The average annual temperature is 16°C and approximately 1430mm of precipitation falls per year. Nanchuan receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Nanchuan 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, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 3°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Temperatures in Nanchuan vary considerably across the year, with a 28°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 3°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Nanchuan is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1430mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 119mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 205mm of rainfall. May and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 43mm. That's 162mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 10cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 5cm.
Wind
Nanchuan is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 10km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 8km/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
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Nanchuan, which began on March 20, 2026. Nanchuan 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 3°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 9 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 433mm across the season with a monthly average of 144mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 20 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 501mm across the season with a monthly average of 167mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 9 to 25°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 351mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 3 to 11°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 145mm over the season and a monthly average of 48mm. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Nanchuan 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.
