Climate Insights for Gutao

Jinzhong Shi, Shanxi Sheng, China

Hottest
July
30°C peak
Coldest
January
-8°C low
Wettest
July
104mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Gutao is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 423mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 104mm of rainfall. Gutao 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 -8°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 3° Average: -3° Min: -8° Feb Max: 7° Average: 1° Min: -5° Mar Max: 15° Average: 8° Min: 1° Apr Max: 21° Average: 14° Min: 8° May Max: 26° Average: 20° Min: 13° Jun Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 18° Jul Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Aug Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 19° Sep Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 13° Oct Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 7° Nov Max: 11° Average: 5° Min: -1° Dec Max: 5° Average: -1° Min: -7°
Max
Average
Min

Gutao has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -8°C and the daily average is -3°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 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 8mm Feb Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 1mm Apr Precipitation: 41mm Snow: 2mm May Precipitation: 31mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 30mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 104mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 91mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 35mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 47mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 2mm Dec Precipitation: 4mm Snow: 2mm
Precipitation
Snow

Gutao is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 423mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 104mm of rainfall. August and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 4mm. That's 100mm 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 18cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Gutao is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

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

91 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Gutao, which began on June 21, 2026. Gutao 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 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 91 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 1 to 26°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 85mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 18 to 30°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 226mm for the season, averaging 75mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -1 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 95mm over the season and a monthly average of 32mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -8 to 7°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Expect around 13cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -3°
Feb
Mar
Apr 14°
May 20°
Jun 24°
Jul 25°
Aug 24°
Sep 19°
Oct 12°
Nov
Dec -1°

The best time to visit Gutao is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 47mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 30°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -8°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 Gutao 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
-8 °C
3 °C
2 km/h
8 mm
8 cm
Feb
-5 °C
7 °C
2 km/h
6 mm
4 cm
Mar
1 °C
15 °C
2 km/h
13 mm
1 cm
Apr
8 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
41 mm
2 cm
May
13 °C
26 °C
2 km/h
31 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
18 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
30 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
104 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Sep
13 °C
25 °C
2 km/h
35 mm
0 cm
Oct
7 °C
17 °C
2 km/h
47 mm
0 cm
Nov
-1 °C
11 °C
2 km/h
13 mm
2 cm
Dec
-7 °C
5 °C
2 km/h
4 mm
2 cm
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