Urumqi Weather

Urumqi Climate & Best Time to Visit Urumqi

Urumqi's geographical location and continental climate leaves the city extremely dry with significant temperature differences between day and night.  The summer and winter months are typically long while spring and autumn are short.

The long winter weather is cold with average temperatures around 5 degrees Fahrenheit (-15 degrees Celsius). Although Urumqi becomes considerably less crowded because of the weather, the winter season provides tranquil views of the snow-covered city from a new perspective.
 
The summer months offer mild temperatures of 73 degrees Fahrenheit (23 degrees Celsius).  During these months you will be able to enjoy the beautiful fresh flowers in full bloom.  This is an ideal time to travel to Urumqi as summer typically last 90 days in the northern suburbs and 60 days in the downtown area.

Autumn invites the golden season of fruit harvests and the temperatures remain warm in the day and cool in the evening.  It is recommended that you pack warm clothing for any autumn trips, as the temperature differences can be quite significant.

The best time to travel to Urumqi is during the summer and autumn months, where temperatures are mild and the smell of fresh flowers and sweet melons fills the air.  Looking out into the landscape, you will also be able to enjoy the green grasslands and monumental mountains making this time of year visually pleasing.