The alloy composition and the weight percentage of the weathering steel are: C: ≤ 0.12, Si: 0.25 to 0.75, Mn: 0.2 to 0.5, S ≤ 0.02, P: 0.06 to 0.12, Cu: 0.25 to 0.5, Cr: 0.3~1.25, Ni: 0.12~0.65, the rest are Fe and trace elements. By alloying Cu, Mn, Si, Al, etc., and simply adjusting the partial element content of ordinary low carbon steel (Q235 steel), it can produce good atmospheric corrosion resistance without changing the production process conditions of Q235 steel. Economic weathering steel with comprehensive mechanical properties.