Climate Overview
The climate in Zaozhuang is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 828mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 253mm of rainfall. Zaozhuang 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 Zaozhuang vary considerably across the year, with a 33°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 1°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Zaozhuang is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 828mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 69mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 253mm of rainfall. August and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 10mm. That's 243mm 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 12cm annually. February is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.
Wind
Zaozhuang is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 13km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
89 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Zaozhuang, which began on March 20, 2026. Zaozhuang 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 30°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 5 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 114mm over the season and a monthly average of 38mm. 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 21 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 529mm across the season with a monthly average of 176mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 133mm over the season and a monthly average of 44mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 8°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 52mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Expect around 10cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/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 Zaozhuang is during April, May, September and October, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 48mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -3°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 Zaozhuang 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.