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Data source：Meteostat
Last updated：2025-09

Weather in Shanxi throughout the year

  • Spring (March–May): Average 9.9–20.1°C, the climate transitions from cold to warm, with rainfall gradually increasing, especially in April and May. Common activities: Spring outings, flower viewing, excursions. Recommended clothing: Spring and autumn jackets, comfortable trousers or long skirts.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 24.8–25.9°C, hot and dry, with the most rainfall in July, occasional heavy rain. Common activities: Summer resort travel, night tours. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 6.5–20.5°C, pleasantly cool climate, decreased rainfall, dry air. Common activities: Autumn outings, viewing red leaves (in some areas). Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing.
  • Winter (December–February): Average -1.9–0.6°C, cold and dry, very little rainfall. Common activities: Skiing (in some areas), hot spring leisure. Recommended clothing: Thick coat, warm clothing, hat, scarf, gloves.

Weather in Shanxi

Annual average temperature: approx. 13°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 446 mm / Summer humidity: 40%–60% / Rainiest month: July

Shanxi weather by month

Month
Temperature (°C)
Rainfall (mm)
January
-1.3°C
8.3
February
0.6°C
10.4
March
9.9°C
10.9
April
15.6°C
45.8
May
20.1°C
51
June
25.6°C
20.3
July
25.9°C
108.2
August
24.8°C
84.1
September
20.5°C
41.1
October
13°C
45
November
6.5°C
13.6
December
-1.9°C
8

7-day weather forecast for Shanxi

11/7
Saturday
Sunny
11.5°C/1.6°C
11/8
Sunday
Sunny
8.9°C/0.3°C
11/9
Monday
Sunny
8.9°C/-3.2°C
11/10
Tuesday
Sunny
12.2°C/-1°C
11/11
Wednesday
Sunny
13°C/0.8°C
11/12
Thursday
Sunny
13°C/2.3°C
11/13
Friday
Partly Cloudy
12.6°C/3.4°C

Shanxi travel FAQs and useful info

When is the best time to visit Shanxi?

Shanxi's travel scores are particularly influenced by its beach/pool scores, leaning towards clear, rain-free days with perceived temperatures between 24°C and 32°C. Based on this score, the best time of year to visit Shanxi for hot-weather activities is from mid-July to mid-August, with the last week of July receiving the highest score.

What are the famous historical sites in Shanxi?

Shanxi boasts a rich historical heritage, with its most famous ancient sites including: Yungang Grottoes (rated 4.7), Pingyao Ancient City (rated 4.4), Hanging Temple (rated 4.6), Mount Wutai (rated 4.4), and the magnificent Hukou Waterfall (rated 4.5). These attractions all showcase Shanxi's profound cultural depth.

What specialties are worth buying in Shanxi?

Shanxi offers a wide variety of specialties, from seasonings to noodles, pastries, snacks, and beverages. The most well-known are various types of vinegar, especially aged vinegar produced in places like Taiyuan Ninghuafu and Qingxu, famous for their pure grain brewing and handmade production. Other popular specialties include knife-cut noodles, the New Year's pastry 'Fenyang Almond Crisp', seabuckthorn juice, yellow rice cold cake, and specialty meat products such as braised pork knuckle and Pingyao beef.

In which region of China is Shanxi Province located?

Shanxi Province, abbreviated as 'Jin', has its capital in Taiyuan City and is located in the central part of the Yellow River basin. It borders Hebei Province to the east, Shaanxi Province and Henan Province to the west and south, and the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region to the north. Shanxi Province has a total area of about 156,700 square kilometers and governs 11 prefecture-level cities, 26 municipal districts, 11 county-level cities, and 80 counties.

Besides historical sites, what natural landscapes does Shanxi have?

In addition to its rich historical sites, Shanxi also boasts stunning natural scenery. Mount Wutai, as one of China's Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains, is not only a religious holy land but also offers magnificent mountain landscapes. Furthermore, the Hukou Waterfall, located in Qikou Town on the Yellow River, is famous for its magnificent power and is a marvel of the Yellow River, showcasing Shanxi's unique topography and hydrological features.