Dunhuang, Gansu Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Dunhuang get?

Dunhuang gets 48 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 20 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 98% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 12 mm. February is the driest, with 1 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 4.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 93 days, to June 25, 2022.

Dunhuang weather by month

Dunhuang weather in January

In January, Dunhuang averages a high of -1°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The January record high is 12°C (2014) and the record low is -28°C (1979).

Dunhuang weather in February

In February, Dunhuang averages a high of 6°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2004) and the record low is -25°C (2008).

Dunhuang weather in March

In March, Dunhuang averages a high of 14°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The March record high is 28°C (2009) and the record low is -17°C (1986).

Dunhuang weather in April

In April, Dunhuang averages a high of 22°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2004) and the record low is -9°C (1979). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Dunhuang weather in May

In May, Dunhuang averages a high of 28°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (2014) and the record low is -2°C (1977).

Dunhuang weather in June

In June, Dunhuang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2010) and the record low is 4°C (1980).

Dunhuang weather in July

In July, Dunhuang averages a high of 33°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The July record high is 42°C (1981) and the record low is 8°C (1972).

Dunhuang weather in August

In August, Dunhuang averages a high of 32°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The August record high is 40°C (1975) and the record low is 4°C (1984).

Dunhuang weather in September

In September, Dunhuang averages a high of 27°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (1999) and the record low is -3°C (2004).

Dunhuang weather in October

In October, Dunhuang averages a high of 19°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (2008) and the record low is -14°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Dunhuang weather in November

In November, Dunhuang averages a high of 9°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The November record high is 21°C (1989) and the record low is -19°C (1997).

Dunhuang weather in December

In December, Dunhuang averages a high of 1°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The December record high is 11°C (2004) and the record low is -31°C (1991).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Dunhuang

September is the sunniest month in Dunhuang, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 51%. Over the year the sun shines about 62% of daylight hours. Dunhuang is sunnier than 95% of China.

Humidity peaks in December at 44% and is lowest in April at 16%.

Dunhuang has about 51 days a year above 32°C. Dunhuang is hotter than 75% of China.

First and last freeze in Dunhuang

The first fall freeze in Dunhuang typically comes around October 11, and the last spring freeze around April 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 180 days.

Dunhuang weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Dunhuang station is 42°C, on July 24, 1981. The coldest is -31°C, on December 27, 1991.

The wettest day on record brought 31 mm of rain, on June 7, 2002.

47 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Dunhuang

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 2°C and lows near -12°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 5°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 16°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 2°C.

Dunhuang climate questions

How much rain does Dunhuang get?

Dunhuang gets 48 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 20 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Dunhuang?

July is the wettest month in Dunhuang, with 12 mm. February is the driest, with 1 mm.

How many rainy days does Dunhuang have a year?

Dunhuang has about 20 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 4.

What is the hottest month in Dunhuang?

July is the warmest month in Dunhuang, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Dunhuang?

January is the coldest month in Dunhuang, with an average low of -14°C.

What is the record high temperature in Dunhuang?

The record high at the Dunhuang station is 42°C, set on July 24, 1981. The record low is -31°C, on December 27, 1991.

What is the sunniest month in Dunhuang?

September is the sunniest month in Dunhuang, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Dunhuang?

The first fall freeze in Dunhuang typically comes around October 11. The last spring freeze is around April 14.

What is the best time to visit Dunhuang?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.