Weather radar Chongqing
Real-time precipitation radar · Chongqing · China
Chongqing climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Chongqing shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 12.1° | 14.5° | 20.5° | 24.7° | 27.4° | 29.6° | 34.3° | 36° | 31.7° | 23.4° | 18.4° | 12.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 6.9° | 8.3° | 12.8° | 16.8° | 20° | 23° | 26.7° | 27.7° | 24.1° | 18° | 13° | 8.2° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 35 | 31 | 88 | 152 | 139 | 161 | 192 | 113 | 112 | 102 | 59 | 31 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 | 15 | 18 | 18 | 16 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 11 | 8 |
| Sunshine hours | 132 | 126 | 172 | 190 | 219 | 219 | 295 | 311 | 228 | 144 | 124 | 132 |
| Humidity | 79% | 74% | 74% | 76% | 77% | 81% | 74% | 66% | 71% | 81% | 83% | 79% |
Best time to visit Chongqing
The best time to visit Chongqing is typically August. In this month the average high is 36°C, precipitation is 113 mm and sunshine duration is 311 hours. The annual average high is 23.8°C, total annual precipitation is 1215 mm (156 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 2292 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Chongqing
How up to date is the weather radar for Chongqing?
The weather radar for Chongqing is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Chongqing?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Chongqing: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Chongqing?
The thunderstorm potential for Chongqing is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Chongqing.
What is the climate like in Chongqing?
Chongqing has an annual average high of 23.8°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 36°C), the coldest January (avg low 6.9°C). The wettest month is July with 192 mm, the driest February with 31 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1215 mm (156 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 2292 hours.