Weather in Urumqi
What's the weather like in Urumqi?
Urumqi has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from -7°C (19°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) in July, with overnight lows around -16°C (4°F) and 19°C (67°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Urumqi are May, and September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇳 China
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Coordinates
- 43.826, 87.617
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7°C / 19°F | -16°C / 4°F | 7 mm | 2 | — |
| February | -4°C / 25°F | -12°C / 10°F | 10 mm | 3 | — |
| March | 8°C / 46°F | -3°C / 27°F | 20 mm | 4 | — |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 5°C / 41°F | 31 mm | 6 | — |
| May | 23°C / 74°F | 12°C / 53°F | 30 mm | 7 | — |
| June | 28°C / 83°F | 17°C / 62°F | 29 mm | 5 | — |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 19°C / 67°F | 22 mm | 4 | — |
| August | 28°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 28 mm | 6 | — |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 11°C / 52°F | 24 mm | 6 | — |
| October | 14°C / 57°F | 3°C / 38°F | 28 mm | 5 | — |
| November | 3°C / 38°F | -6°C / 22°F | 26 mm | 5 | — |
| December | -5°C / 22°F | -13°C / 8°F | 12 mm | 3 | — |
Urumqi by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Urumqi?
The most comfortable months in Urumqi are usually April, May, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Urumqi?
July is typically the hottest month in Urumqi, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Urumqi?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -16°C (4°F).
Does it snow in Urumqi?
Snow is rare in Urumqi; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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