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Urumqi is the capital of Xinjiang province which has dry weather all year roundhowever it doesn’t get too hot. The highest temperature recorded in the year is in July and August at anaverage of 25.7 ℃ whilst the coldest time of the year is in January at an average of -15.2 ℃. Whenever you go, it is recommended to take a coat along with you because even in the hottest months the weather can make you shiver.
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The best time to go:
From May to October is the best time to go because this is when the flowers start to flourish and the fruits ripen. In the midsummer, the Tian Chi Lake is so clear that you can see the surrounding sceneries reflectin the water. As well with the cool breeze blowing around you alongside with the quiet arena of mountains will leave you feeling peaceful and content.
Detailed information about the Average, Maximun and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall in Urumqi:
Average Data
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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June
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Average High ( F)
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14/18
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19/22
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36/39
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59/63
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72/76
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81/84
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Average Low ( F)
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-4/-0
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1/4
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20/23
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38/42
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50/54
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59/63
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Average High ( C)
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-10/-8
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-7/-5
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2/4
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15/17
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22/24
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27/29
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Average Low ( C)
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-20/-18
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-17/-15
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-7/-5
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4/6
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10/12
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15/17
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Average Data
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July
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Average High ( F)
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85/89
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83/87
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72/76
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55/58
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33/37
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19/22
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Average Low ( F)
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63/67
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61/64
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50/54
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36/39
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18/21
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2/6
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Average High ( C)
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30/32
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28/30
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22/24
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13/15
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1/3
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-7/-5
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Average Low ( C)
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17/19
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16/18
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10/12
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2/4
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-8/-6
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-17/-15
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