Datong City
Datong City is an important cultural and historical center in Shanxi Province, rich in cultural relics, buildings and natural landscapes. Including Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Temple, Huayan Temple and other famous attractions. The Yungang Grottoes are one of the largest grottoes in China and represent China's outstanding Buddhist grotto art from the 5th to 6th centuries AD. Xuankong Temple is a national key cultural relic protection unit. It was built in the late Northern Wei Dynasty more than 1,500 years ago. Huayan Temple is famous for its exquisite murals.
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Data source: Meteostat・Last updated: 2025-09
Weather in Datong City throughout the year
Spring (March–May): 3.3–16.8°C on average, with fluctuating temperatures and a large temperature difference between morning and evening. Rainfall is relatively low. Common activities: enjoying the scenery, appreciating flowers. Recommended clothing: warm jacket, sweater, comfortable trousers.
Summer (June–August): 21.4–23.1°C on average, with a warm and humid climate and relatively high rainfall, particularly in August. Common activities: visiting summer resorts, outdoor activities. Recommended clothing: light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): 8.3–16.5°C on average, with a cool and comfortable climate and gradually decreasing rainfall. The temperature difference between morning and evening increases. Common activities: admiring autumn scenery, hiking. Recommended clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable trousers.
Winter (December–February): -9.9–-6.4°C on average, with a cold and dry climate and low rainfall. Common activities: skiing, indoor activities. Recommended clothing: thick warm clothing, down jacket, scarf, hat, gloves.
Weather in Datong City
Annual average temperature: approx. 8°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 479 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: August
Datong City weather by month
| Month | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temperature | -9.5°C | -6.4°C | 3.3°C | 10.9°C | 16.8°C | 21.4°C | 23.1°C | 21.3°C | 16.5°C | 8.3°C | 0.1°C | -9.9°C |
| Rainfall (mm) | 2.1 | 39.1 | 16 | 57 | 23.5 | 58.5 | 61.8 | 142.9 | 46.2 | 21.6 | 8.2 | 2.9 |
7-day weather forecast for Datong City
| Date | 11/11Wednesday | 11/12Thursday | 11/13Friday | 11/14Saturday | 11/15Sunday | 11/16Monday | 11/17Tuesday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Sunny |  Smoky haze | Smoky haze | Smoky haze |  Overcast |  Heavy snow |  Light freezing rain |
| High | 9.8°C | 9.7°C | 9.6°C | 10.7°C | 5.5°C | 2.5°C | 3.1°C |
| Low | -2.2°C | -1.4°C | -0.8°C | -0.3°C | 0.5°C | -1.4°C | -4.3°C |
