The best times to visit Jinchang for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 15th

or

August 6th to September 30th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Jinchang Travel Info

Weather in Jinchang

Temperature

Average temperatures in Jinchang vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 55th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Jinchang, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 89.6°F (32°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.7°F (17.6°C) at night.

Jinchang Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Jinchang Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Jinchang Perceived Temperature (F)

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Jinchang Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Jinchang Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 30.2 17.4 4.7
Feb 39.3 26.9 13.5
Mar 52.8 40.4 26.4
Apr 66 54 39.1
May 76.6 65.1 50.4
Jun 84.6 73.3 59.3
Jul 87.4 76.1 62.9
Aug 83.9 72.6 60.1
Sep 73 62 50.3
Oct 63.1 50.1 37
Nov 46.6 34.4 23
Dec 33.4 21.7 10

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -1 -8.1 -15.2
Feb 4.1 -2.8 -10.3
Mar 11.6 4.7 -3.1
Apr 18.9 12.2 3.9
May 24.8 18.4 10.2
Jun 29.2 22.9 15.2
Jul 30.8 24.5 17.2
Aug 28.8 22.6 15.6
Sep 22.8 16.7 10.2
Oct 17.3 10.1 2.8
Nov 8.1 1.3 -5
Dec 0.8 -5.7 -12.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Jinchang are December, January, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Jinchang? Weather stations report a very small amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around November, especially close to early November. The best time to ski (if at all) in Jinchang is often around around November 5th when fresh powder is deepest. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Jinchang.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Jinchang (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 0% 0 0.1
Feb 0% 0 0.1
Mar 0% 0 0.1
Apr 4% 0 0.3
May 6% 0 0.6
Jun 7% 0 0.5
Jul 11% 0 1.3
Aug 9% 0 1.1
Sep 12% 0 1.2
Oct 4% 0 0.3
Nov 0% 0.4 0.1
Dec 0% 0 0

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 0 0 0.3
Feb 0 0 0.3
Mar 0 0 0.3
Apr 4 0 0.8
May 6 0 1.5
Jun 7 0 1.3
Jul 11 0 3.3
Aug 9 0 2.8
Sep 12 0 3
Oct 4 0 0.8
Nov 0 1 0.3
Dec 0 0 0

 

Humidity and Wind

Jinchang has some comfortably humid months, with some very dry months. The least humid month is April (18% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (44.2%).

Wind in Jinchang is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 6.3 knots (7.2 MPH or 11.6 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 12.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Jinchang.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 4.3 Light breeze 7.4 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.7 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.9 Light breeze 10.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.3 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
May 6.1 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 9.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.3 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.2 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.8 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.8 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.9 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 30.8%
Feb 27.7%
Mar 18.2%
Apr 18%
May 18.3%
Jun 25.4%
Jul 34.3%
Aug 36%
Sep 44.2%
Oct 31.5%
Nov 35.3%
Dec 32.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Jinchang?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Macao; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Jinchang, China is August, followed by May and June. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Jinchang in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 26.9 in October means 26.9% of the tourists vs. August.

 

 

Overall Jinchang Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 81.8°F (27.7°C) and 43.1°F (6.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 0 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 2 to 3 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Jinchang, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 75.6°F (24.2°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 3 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Jinchang to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 28.7°F (-1.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a insignificant amount: consistently 0 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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