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Taiyuan weather forecast — today & tomorrow

15°

Clear sky

High: 25° · Low: 13° · Feels like 15°

Rain expected around 16:00.

Hourly forecast

Now · 15°
01:00 · 15°
02:00 · 14°
03:00 · 14°
04:00 · 14°
05:00 · 13°
06:00 · 13°
07:00 · 13°
08:00 · 16°
09:00 · 18°
10:00 · 21°
11:00 · 22°
12:00 · 23°
13:00 1% 24°
14:00 2% 25°
15:00 6% 25°
16:00 12% 25°
17:00 14% 24°
18:00 11% 23°
19:00 5% 21°
20:00 · 20°
21:00 · 19°
22:00 · 18°
23:00 · 17°

14-day forecast

  • Feels like
    24° / 12°
    Precipitation
    1 mm · 14%
    Wind
    12 km/h S
    UV index
    6 · Moderate
    Sun
    6:10 / 18:39

Details

Air quality
51 Moderate
PM2.5 17 · PM10 28

Taiyuan's Climate

Taiyuan is the capital of Shanxi province in northern China, set at about 800 m on the Loess Plateau beside the Fen River, with a semi-arid continental climate touched by the monsoon. Summers (June–August) are warm and relatively comfortable thanks to the elevation, usually 25–32°C, with concentrated showers and thunderstorms. Winters (December–February) are long, cold and dry, typically -8–4°C, with little snow. Spring is dry with strong winds and occasional dust storms blowing from the north, while autumn (September–October) is dry, cool and the clearest time of year.

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Taiyuan?

Autumn, from September to October, is best: dry, cool and clear-skied, ideal for sightseeing.

What are the hottest months in Taiyuan?

July is hottest but stays moderate thanks to the altitude, usually 28–32°C, with pleasantly cool nights.

Does Taiyuan get dust storms, and when?

Yes, in spring from March to May strong winds can carry dust and sand from the dry regions to the north and west.

How cold does winter get in Taiyuan?

Winters from December to February are cold and dry, typically -8–4°C, with nights that can drop below -10°C and little snow.

Nearby locations

ShanghaiBeijingGuangzhouShenzhenChengduChongqingTianjinWuhan

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