Climate Insights for Ruqi

The climate in Ruqi is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 22°C and approximately 361mm of precipitation falls per year. April is the wettest month, receiving around 85mm of rainfall. Ruqi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ruqi sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 13°C to 32°C. The warmest month is June, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 13°C and an average of 18°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

Ruqi is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 361mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 30mm per month. The wettest month is April, averaging 85mm of rainfall. May and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 7mm. That's 77mm less than April, 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.

Ruqi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 3km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 3km/h in winter, 3km/h in spring, 5km/h in summer, 3km/h in autumn.

It is currently summer in Ruqi, which began on June 21, 2026. Ruqi sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in June at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 13°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

The best time to visit Ruqi is during January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 32mm per month. By contrast, June can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ruqi 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. 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.