Climate Overview
The climate in Jinhua is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 1375mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 325mm of rainfall. Jinhua is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: June, August, July. 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 Jinhua vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. June is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 17°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -3°C and the daily average is 3°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 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Jinhua is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1375mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 325mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 9mm. That's 317mm 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 40cm annually. January is the snowiest month with approximately 13cm.
Wind
Jinhua 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 March, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
90 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Jinhua, which began on June 21, 2026. Jinhua 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 June at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -3°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 90 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 235mm for the season, averaging 78mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 22°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 749mm across the season with a monthly average of 250mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 1 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 320mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -3 to 12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 72mm over the season and a monthly average of 24mm. Expect around 28cm 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.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Jinhua 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.
