Climate Overview
The climate in Yuanping is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 544mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 133mm of rainfall. Yuanping is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -14°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.
Temperature
Yuanping has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 41°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. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -14°C and the daily average is -7°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 8°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Yuanping is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 544mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 45mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 133mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 3mm. That's 131mm 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. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 22cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 6cm.
Wind
Yuanping is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
87 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Yuanping, which began on March 20, 2026. Yuanping 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 -14°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 87 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -1 to 23°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 91mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 15 to 27°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 308mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -4 to 22°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 129mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. Expect around 5cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -14 to 4°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 16mm for the entire season. Expect around 11cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Yuanping 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 50mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 27°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -14°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 Yuanping 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.