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Weather & Climate in Wenzhou, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wenzhou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 4,658.2 sq mi (12,064.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 569/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.9994°N, 120.6668°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 | 44 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
43 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 | 227 km |
| 2021 | Chanthu | Category 3 | 98 mph | 243 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 54 km |
| 2019 | Lekima | Category 4 | 104 mph | 79 km |
| 2019 | Mitag | Category 2 | 86 mph | 151 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 187 km |
| 2016 | Malakas | Category 2 | 104 mph | 285 km |
| 2015 | Chan-hom | Category 3 | 98 mph | 219 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 63 mph | 243 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 237 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 81 mph | 116 km |
| 2012 | Haikui | Category 1 | 75 mph | 189 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 1 | 69 mph | 235 km |
| 2007 | Wipha | Category 4 | 115 mph | 81 km |
| 2007 | Krosa | Category 2 | 75 mph | 234 km |
| 2006 | Saomai | Category 5 | 121 mph | 100 km |
| 2005 | Khanun | Category 4 | 98 mph | 114 km |
| 2005 | Matsa | Category 2 | 92 mph | 92 km |
| 2004 | Nock-ten | Category 2 | 69 mph | 243 km |
| 2004 | Aere | Category 2 | 92 mph | 279 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 7.5 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 8.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 8.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
Wenzhou has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.6") and December the driest (1.8").