Climate of Xinjiang, China
Area-weighted average across Xinjiang. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Xinjiang, a subdivision of China, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -12.6°C / 9.3°F in January to 20.1°C / 68.2°F in July, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in to 23 mm / 0.9 in depending on the season (113 mm / 4.4 in total across the year). See the 9 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -12.6°C9.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| February | -8.6°C16.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | — |
| March | -1.1°C30°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| April | 7.9°C46.2°F | 7 mm0.3″ | — |
| May | 13.6°C56.5°F | 14 mm0.6″ | — |
| June | 17.8°C64°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 20.1°C68.2°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19°C66.2°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 13.8°C56.8°F | 11 mm0.4″ | — |
| October | 5.6°C42.1°F | 6 mm0.2″ | — |
| November | -3.2°C26.2°F | 4 mm0.2″ | — |
| December | -10.2°C13.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Xinjiang?
The best months to visit Xinjiang, China for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August. The warmest month is July at an area-wide average of 20.1°C / 68.2°F, and the driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Xinjiang?
Xinjiang, China has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -12.6°C / 9.3°F in January to 20.1°C / 68.2°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 113 mm / 4.4 in, with the wettest month being July (23 mm / 0.9 in) and the driest January (2 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Xinjiang?
The hottest month in Xinjiang is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 20.1°C / 68.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Xinjiang?
The coldest month in Xinjiang is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -12.6°C / 9.3°F.
When does it rain most in Xinjiang?
The wettest month in Xinjiang is July, averaging about 23 mm / 0.9 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 2 mm / 0.1 in.