Wuhan Temperature Market Guide
ZHHH • Wuhan Tianhe International Airport
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Wuhan, central China's largest city, presents one of China's most extreme summer heat environments. Known as one of the "Three Furnaces" of China, this Yangtze River city experiences oppressively hot, humid summers that rival any location on Earth for discomfort.
Quick Facts
| Station Code | ZHHH |
|---|---|
| Location | Wuhan, China |
| Coordinates | 30.6200°N, 114.1300°E |
| Elevation | 113 ft (34 m) |
| Timezone | CST (Asia/Shanghai) |
| NWS Office | China Meteorological Administration |
About ZHHH Weather Station
Wuhan Tianhe International Airport (ZHHH) serves as a primary weather observation station for Wuhan. Located about 26 kilometers north of the city center, the airport sits at 113 feet (34 meters) elevation in the Yangtze River plain.
Wuhan's position in central China at the confluence of the Yangtze and Han Rivers creates a humid environment that amplifies summer heat. Temperature observations follow CMA standards.
The city's basin-like topography and river humidity combine to create some of China's most oppressive summer conditions.
Wuhan's position in central China at the confluence of the Yangtze and Han Rivers creates a humid environment that amplifies summer heat. Temperature observations follow CMA standards.
The city's basin-like topography and river humidity combine to create some of China's most oppressive summer conditions.
Climate Patterns
Wuhan has a humid subtropical climate (Koppen: Cfa) with extremely hot, humid summers and cold winters. The city experiences the full range of Chinese weather extremes.
Summer (June-August) brings highs of 33-37°C (91-99°F) with extreme humidity - the combination creates dangerous heat index values. Heat waves can exceed 40°C. Winters are cold with highs around 7-10°C (45-50°F) and occasional snow.
The Yangtze River floods in summer, adding humidity to already oppressive conditions. The Meiyu (plum rain) season brings extended wet periods in June.
Summer (June-August) brings highs of 33-37°C (91-99°F) with extreme humidity - the combination creates dangerous heat index values. Heat waves can exceed 40°C. Winters are cold with highs around 7-10°C (45-50°F) and occasional snow.
The Yangtze River floods in summer, adding humidity to already oppressive conditions. The Meiyu (plum rain) season brings extended wet periods in June.
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Winter (December - February): Cold and damp with highs 5-10°C (41-50°F). Cold waves bring freezing temperatures. Penetrating dampness. Occasional snow and ice.
Spring (March - May): Rapid warming with variable weather. Frequent rain. Temperatures climb from 15°C to 28°C.
Summer (June - August): Extreme heat and humidity with highs 33-38°C (91-100°F). Meiyu rains in June. July-August brutally hot. Heat waves exceed 40°C.
Autumn (September - November): Gradual relief from heat. Pleasant October. Cooling continues through November.
Spring (March - May): Rapid warming with variable weather. Frequent rain. Temperatures climb from 15°C to 28°C.
Summer (June - August): Extreme heat and humidity with highs 33-38°C (91-100°F). Meiyu rains in June. July-August brutally hot. Heat waves exceed 40°C.
Autumn (September - November): Gradual relief from heat. Pleasant October. Cooling continues through November.
Trading Tips for Wuhan
Wuhan's summer heat is legendary - the city regularly competes with Chongqing and Nanjing for China's hottest major city. Expect extreme temperatures June through August.
The Meiyu season in June brings cooler but extremely wet conditions. Once Meiyu ends, extreme heat typically follows within days.
Winter cold waves from Siberia can be severe. Unlike southern China, Wuhan experiences genuine winter cold that can persist for weeks.
Track the subtropical high pressure system in summer - its position determines heat wave intensity. Strong ridging over central China brings the worst heat.
The high humidity means heat index values far exceed actual temperatures during summer.
The Meiyu season in June brings cooler but extremely wet conditions. Once Meiyu ends, extreme heat typically follows within days.
Winter cold waves from Siberia can be severe. Unlike southern China, Wuhan experiences genuine winter cold that can persist for weeks.
Track the subtropical high pressure system in summer - its position determines heat wave intensity. Strong ridging over central China brings the worst heat.
The high humidity means heat index values far exceed actual temperatures during summer.
Data Release Schedule
Typical release times for key data products at ZHHH. Times shown in UTC.
| Data Type | Typical Time (UTC) | Variability |
|---|---|---|
| METAR Hourly observations |
Hourly at :53 | ±1 min |
6-Hour High/Low Reports
These METARs include 6-hour maximum and minimum temperatures, useful for tracking intraday temperature trends.
00:53 UTC
06:53 UTC
12:53 UTC
18:53 UTC
Note: Times are approximate and may vary. CLI reports are the official resolution source for temperature markets. See NWS Data Guide for more information.
Forecasting Challenges
Extreme Summer Heat: Heat waves can exceed 40°C - forecasting the magnitude of extreme events is challenging.
Meiyu Timing: The onset and end of the plum rain season dramatically impacts temperature patterns.
River Humidity: The Yangtze and Han Rivers add humidity that modifies temperature behavior.
Winter Cold Waves: Siberian cold outbreaks can be more severe than models suggest.
Meiyu Timing: The onset and end of the plum rain season dramatically impacts temperature patterns.
River Humidity: The Yangtze and Han Rivers add humidity that modifies temperature behavior.
Winter Cold Waves: Siberian cold outbreaks can be more severe than models suggest.
Historical Temperature Records
Record High: 42.0°C (107.6°F) recorded in August 2018.
Record Low: -18.1°C (-0.6°F) recorded in January 1977.
Historical Note: Wuhan's climate extremes span 60°C from record low to record high, demonstrating the severe continental influences on this river city despite its subtropical latitude.
Record Low: -18.1°C (-0.6°F) recorded in January 1977.
Historical Note: Wuhan's climate extremes span 60°C from record low to record high, demonstrating the severe continental influences on this river city despite its subtropical latitude.
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