Yellow River Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Yellow River: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Yellow River month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45° | 29° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 33° | 0,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 44° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 78° | 57° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| May | 85° | 65° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 92° | 73° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 93° | 78° | 8,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 89° | 76° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 80° | 66° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 54° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 60° | 44° | 1,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 47° | 31° | 0,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Yellow River
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Yellow River compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Yellow River.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor | 249 mi | 60°F | 34°F cooler | 26 in |
| Terracotta Army | 249 mi | 60°F | 34°F cooler | 26 in |
| Yangtze River | 290 mi | 66°F | +35°F warmer | 51 in |
Best time to visit Yellow River
Go in April, May and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, July and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Yellow River
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 64°F is 5.6°F below the 69°F typical for this month.
A 22% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 80°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 59°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, July and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Yellow River is a river in China. Yellow River is a river known as the cradle of Chinese civilisation.
Right now it is 58°F (15°C) in Yellow River with overcast. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 57°F to 64°F. Chance of precipitation is 22%. Sightseeing conditions score 8/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Yellow River is April, May and October. The climate is continental. January, July and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 93°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 29°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 64°F is 5.6°F below the 69°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Yellow River today at 9.7/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Yellow River?
Yellow River is a river in China. Its coordinates are 34.7466, 113.6254. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Yellow River right now?
It is currently 58°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Yellow River?
April, May and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Yellow River, which has a continental climate. January, July and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Yellow River in?
Yellow River observes Asia/Shanghai (UTC+08:00). The local time is 7:33 AM.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (rivers) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 27, 2026 at 7:33 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
