City in Xinjiang, China
Kashgar weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kashgar
Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild. Summers are hot and dry; winters are freezing. Spring dust storms are common; the Karakoram Highway closes in winter.
Kashgar weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan0°4 mm
- Feb5°6 mm
- Mar15°6 mm
- Apr23°8 mm
- May28°18 mm
- Jun33°13 mm
- Jul36°15 mm
- Aug34°18 mm
- Sep28°13 mm
- Oct20°5 mm
- Nov10°4 mm
- Dec1°4 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C31°F | -9°C15°F | 4 mm | 55% | Freezing |
| February | 5°C41°F | -5°C23°F | 6 mm | 48% | Cold |
| March | 15°C58°F | 2°C35°F | 6 mm | 35% | Cool |
| April | 23°C74°F | 9°C48°F | 8 mm | 26% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 14°C58°F | 18 mm | 27% | Pleasant |
| June | 33°C92°F | 19°C66°F | 13 mm | 24% | Hot |
| July | 36°C96°F | 21°C70°F | 15 mm | 24% | Hot |
| August | 34°C92°F | 20°C68°F | 18 mm | 27% | Hot |
| September | 28°C82°F | 14°C58°F | 13 mm | 30% | Pleasant |
| October | 20°C68°F | 7°C45°F | 5 mm | 31% | Pleasant |
| November | 10°C50°F | -1°C31°F | 4 mm | 40% | Cold |
| December | 1°C34°F | -8°C18°F | 4 mm | 54% | Freezing |
Best months across China
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Beijing | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Shanghai | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Xi'an | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (34°C) |
| Chengdu | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Guilin | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Chongqing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Shenzhen | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (30°C) |
| Guangzhou | Mar, Oct–Dec | Aug (32°C) |
| Hangzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (33°C) |
| Zhangjiajie | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Yangshuo | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Lijiang | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jun (25°C) |
| Suzhou | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Harbin | Jan–Feb, Jun–Aug | Jul (29°C) |
| Sanya | Nov–Mar | May (32°C) |
| Xiamen | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Dali | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jun (26°C) |
| Lhasa | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (24°C) |
| Huangshan | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (29°C) |
| Kunming | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Jun (27°C) |
| Qingdao | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Nanjing | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Shangri-La | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jun (21°C) |
| Jiuzhaigou | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (31°C) |
| Changsha | Mar–May, Sep–Nov | Jul (32°C) |
| Pingyao | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Dunhuang | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Kashgar | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (36°C) |
| Wuhan | Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Tianjin | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Kashgar?
Apr–May, Sep–Oct. Apr–May and Sep–Oct are mild. Summers are hot and dry; winters are freezing. Spring dust storms are common; the Karakoram Highway closes in winter.
When is the rainy season in Kashgar?
Rain peaks in May with about 18 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Kashgar?
July, with average highs of 36°C (96°F).
How cold does Kashgar get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -9°C (15°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.