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Weather & Climate in Lishui, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lishui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 231 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 236 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 952.4 sq mi (2,466.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 474/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.4604°N, 119.9103°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.3.
| Feb 8, 2006 | 26 km WNW of Kunyang, China | M4.3 | 88 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
27 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 5.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2022 | Muifa | Category 2 | 92 mph | 269 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 144 km |
| 2019 | Lekima | Category 4 | 104 mph | 112 km |
| 2019 | Mitag | Category 2 | 86 mph | 224 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 230 km |
| 2015 | Chan-hom | Category 1 | 92 mph | 268 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 81 mph | 195 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 298 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 63 mph | 285 km |
| 2012 | Haikui | Category 1 | 75 mph | 238 km |
| 2007 | Wipha | Category 4 | 109 mph | 76 km |
| 2007 | Krosa | Category 1 | 69 mph | 293 km |
| 2006 | Saomai | Category 5 | 115 mph | 128 km |
| 2005 | Khanun | Category 3 | 92 mph | 142 km |
| 2005 | Matsa | Category 1 | 81 mph | 173 km |
| 2004 | Rananim | Category 2 | 92 mph | 26 km |
| 2002 | Sinlaku | Category 1 | 81 mph | 148 km |
| 2001 | Chebi | Category 2 | 46 mph | 129 km |
| 2001 | Toraji | Category 1 | - | 285 km |
| 2000 | Jelawat | Category 1 | 58 mph | 206 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 53°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (21°C) | 8.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Lishui has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 43°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and December the driest (1.5").