The best times to visit Jinzhong for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 1st

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 Jinzhong Travel Info

Weather in Jinzhong

Temperature

Average temperatures in Jinzhong vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 42nd 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 Jinzhong, the hottest months are July, June, and then August. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 85°F (29.4°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 63.3°F (17.4°C) at night.

Jinzhong Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Jinzhong 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.

Jinzhong Perceived Temperature (F)

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Jinzhong Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Jinzhong 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 35.5 21.1 7.4
Feb 41.1 28.6 15.9
Mar 53.3 40.1 25.5
Apr 65.3 51.9 35.7
May 76.2 62.8 46.1
Jun 82.5 69.7 55.1
Jul 83.6 72.6 61.4
Aug 80.6 69.4 58.4
Sep 71.4 60.6 49.4
Oct 63.7 50.1 36.4
Nov 48.4 35.6 23.2
Dec 36.6 23.6 10.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 1.9 -6.1 -13.7
Feb 5.1 -1.9 -8.9
Mar 11.8 4.5 -3.6
Apr 18.5 11.1 2.1
May 24.6 17.1 7.8
Jun 28.1 20.9 12.8
Jul 28.7 22.6 16.3
Aug 27 20.8 14.7
Sep 21.9 15.9 9.7
Oct 17.6 10.1 2.4
Nov 9.1 2 -4.9
Dec 2.6 -4.7 -11.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Jinzhong are January, December, 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 to mid January. For example, on the week of January 8th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late August to early September with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of August 27th.

When can you find snow in Jinzhong? Weather stations report no annual snow. 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 Jinzhong.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Jinzhong (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 1% 0 0.1
Feb 7% 0 0.5
Mar 3% 0 0.4
Apr 12% 0 1.3
May 14% 0 1.6
Jun 17% 0 2.4
Jul 27% 0 7
Aug 26% 0 3.9
Sep 23% 0 4
Oct 10% 0 1
Nov 8% 0 0.8
Dec 2% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 0.3
Feb 7 0 1.3
Mar 3 0 1
Apr 12 0 3.3
May 14 0 4.1
Jun 17 0 6.1
Jul 27 0 17.8
Aug 26 0 9.9
Sep 23 0 10.2
Oct 10 0 2.5
Nov 8 0 2
Dec 2 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Jinzhong has some humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is March (30.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (63.2%).

Wind in Jinzhong is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 5.3 knots (6 MPH or 9.7 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 10.7 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Wind

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

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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 3.7 Barely noticeable 6.8 Light breeze
Feb 3.8 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.8 Light breeze 9 Light breeze
Apr 5.3 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
May 5.1 Light breeze 9.6 Light breeze
Jun 4.6 Light breeze 8.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 4 Light breeze 7.4 Light breeze
Aug 3.7 Barely noticeable 6.9 Light breeze
Sep 3.6 Barely noticeable 6.6 Light breeze
Oct 3.9 Barely noticeable 7.1 Gentle breeze
Nov 3.8 Barely noticeable 7.2 Light breeze
Dec 4 Light breeze 7.4 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 31.9%
Feb 41%
Mar 30.8%
Apr 31.3%
May 33.1%
Jun 44.5%
Jul 60%
Aug 63%
Sep 63.2%
Oct 49.4%
Nov 45%
Dec 35%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Jinzhong?

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 Jinzhong, 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 Jinzhong 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 Jinzhong Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 79.6°F (26.4°C) and 43.4°F (6.3°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 4 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 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Jinzhong, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 73.2°F (22.9°C) and 42.7°F (5.9°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 2 to 7 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 Jinzhong to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46.1°F (7.8°C) and 33.5°F (0.8°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 0 to 2 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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