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NingBo Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-10

NingBo year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 11–19°C, the weather gradually warms up, dry with little rain, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Common activities: outdoor excursions, visiting cultural sites. Recommended attire: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, light clothing.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 23–30°C, the weather is hot, rainfall is relatively high (June is the rainiest month), while July and August are drier. Common activities: indoor attractions, summer recreation, beach activities (if available). Recommended attire: light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, shorts, sun protection.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 15–27°C, temperatures gradually become cool and pleasant, with clear autumn skies and rare rainfall. Common activities: outdoor hiking, sightseeing, sampling local cuisine. Recommended attire: long-sleeved shirt, light sweater, light jacket.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 7–8°C, the weather is cold and very dry, with the lowest annual rainfall. Common activities: indoor visits, hot springs, enjoying the winter atmosphere. Recommended attire: thick coat, sweater, scarf, gloves, and other warm clothing.

NingBo climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 17.7°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 63 mm / Summer humidity: 60-75% / Rainiest month: June

NingBo monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
7.1°C
2.2
February
7.2°C
5
March
11.7°C
3.7
April
16.5°C
9.5
May
19.2°C
5.2
June
23°C
11.6
July
29°C
3.3
August
30.1°C
1.8
September
26.5°C
7.4
October
19.5°C
6.2
November
14.9°C
7.3
December
7.9°C
0.6

NingBo weather for the next seven days

3/22
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
20.2°C/8.6°C
3/23
Monday
Moderate rain
13.4°C/11.1°C
3/24
Tuesday
Moderate rain
14.5°C/10.3°C
3/25
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
16.2°C/9.3°C
3/26
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
17.5°C/8.3°C
3/27
Friday
Moderate rain
13.1°C/8.4°C
3/28
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
19.2°C/8.2°C

NingBo Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

What is Ningbo China known for?

Ningbo is nationally renowned for its rich cultural heritage and tourist attractions. Today the oldest existing private library in Asia, Tianyi Pavilion, is still open to visitors in downtown Ningbo.

What is the Ningbo incident?

The Ningbo incident was a 1523 brawl between trade representatives of two Sengoku Japanese daimyō clans — the Ōuchi and the Hosokawa — in the Ming Chinese southeastern coastal city of Ningbo.

What does Ningbo mean in Chinese?

In AD 1381, the city was renamed Ningbo, which means "calm waves" in Chinese, to reflect the saying "calm sea produces calm waves", and this name has been used ever since.

What language is spoken in Ningbo, China?

The Ningbo dialect is a dialect of Wu Chinese, one subdivision of the Chinese language. Ningbo dialect is spoken throughout Ningbo and Zhoushan prefectures in Zhejiang province.

What are the must-see historical sites in Ningbo?

Ningbo boasts significant historical sites, with Tianyi Pavilion being a prime example, recognized as the oldest existing private library in Asia. Its ancient streets and temples also offer glimpses into the city's past.