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Ghulja, Xinjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Ghulja, Xinjiang?
Ghulja, Xinjiang gets 330 mm of precipitation a year over about 86 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 31°C) and January the coldest (average low -13°C).
Semi-arid climate
Ghulja, Xinjiang has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -1°C in January to 31°C in July. November is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -11° | 1° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 6° | 19° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 16° | 31° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 4° | 18° |
How much rain does Ghulja get?
Ghulja gets 330 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 86 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 57% of China.
November is the wettest month, with 39 mm. September is the driest, with 15 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 9.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 35 days, to October 17, 2022.
Ghulja weather by month
Ghulja weather in January
In January, Ghulja averages a high of -1°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 12°C (2022) and the record low is -31°C (1977).
Ghulja weather in February
In February, Ghulja averages a high of 2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 31 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 14°C (2006) and the record low is -33°C (1974).
Ghulja weather in March
In March, Ghulja averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 28°C (2015) and the record low is -23°C (1988).
Ghulja weather in April
In April, Ghulja averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 36 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 53% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 34°C (2020) and the record low is -8°C (1979). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ghulja weather in May
In May, Ghulja averages a high of 26°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2008) and the record low is -2°C (1991). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ghulja weather in June
In June, Ghulja averages a high of 29°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (1988) and the record low is 3°C (1985).
Ghulja weather in July
In July, Ghulja averages a high of 31°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (1997) and the record low is 8°C (2003).
Ghulja weather in August
In August, Ghulja averages a high of 31°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2008) and the record low is 3°C (1978).
Ghulja weather in September
In September, Ghulja averages a high of 26°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 37°C (1998) and the record low is -1°C (2003). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ghulja weather in October
In October, Ghulja averages a high of 19°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 25 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 31°C (2002) and the record low is -12°C (1987). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Ghulja weather in November
In November, Ghulja averages a high of 9°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 39 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 23°C (2006) and the record low is -22°C (1985).
Ghulja weather in December
In December, Ghulja averages a high of 1°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 15°C (2013) and the record low is -36°C (1976).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Ghulja
September is the sunniest month in Ghulja, with estimated sunshine of 63% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. February is the cloudiest, at 46%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 54% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Ghulja is sunnier than 67% of China.
Humidity peaks in January at 69% and is lowest in June at 29%.
Ghulja has about 31 days a year above 32°C. Ghulja is hotter than 52% of China.
First and last freeze in Ghulja
The first fall freeze in Ghulja typically comes around October 14, and the last spring freeze around April 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 188 days.
Ghulja weather records
These records cover YINING during 1970–2023. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Ghulja station is 39°C, on July 19, 1997. The coldest is -36°C, on December 25, 1976.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 63 mm of precipitation, on July 19, 2004.
56 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°C per decade since 1970.
The best time to visit Ghulja
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -11°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 6°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 16°C.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 4°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -13° | -1° | 22 mm | 8 | 69% | 53% | 12° | -31° |
| February | -9° | 2° | 31 mm | 8 | 63% | 46% | 14° | -33° |
| March | -1° | 12° | 22 mm | 7 | 50% | 47% | 28° | -23° |
| April | 7° | 21° | 36 mm | 8 | 34% | 53% | 34° | -8° |
| May | 11° | 26° | 30 mm | 8 | 34% | 46% | 36° | -2° |
| June | 15° | 29° | 29 mm | 8 | 29% | 47% | 37° | 3° |
| July | 17° | 31° | 30 mm | 7 | 31% | 57% | 39° | 8° |
| August | 15° | 31° | 20 mm | 6 | 34% | 60% | 38° | 3° |
| September | 10° | 26° | 15 mm | 5 | 34% | 63% | 37° | -1° |
| October | 3° | 19° | 25 mm | 6 | 43% | 59% | 31° | -12° |
| November | -2° | 9° | 39 mm | 8 | 51% | 55% | 23° | -22° |
| December | -10° | 1° | 30 mm | 9 | 64% | 56% | 15° | -36° |
Station: YINING, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2023; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Ghulja climate questions
How much rain does Ghulja get?
Ghulja gets 330 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 86 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Ghulja?
November is the wettest month in Ghulja, with 39 mm. September is the driest, with 15 mm.
How many rainy days does Ghulja have a year?
Ghulja has about 86 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 9.
What is the hottest month in Ghulja?
July is the warmest month in Ghulja, with an average high of 31°C.
What is the coldest month in Ghulja?
January is the coldest month in Ghulja, with an average low of -13°C.
What is the record high temperature in Ghulja?
Within the available 1970–2023 station history, the record high at the Ghulja station is 39°C, set on July 19, 1997. The record low is -36°C, on December 25, 1976.
What is the sunniest month in Ghulja?
September is the sunniest month in Ghulja, with estimated sunshine of 63% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. February is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Ghulja?
The first fall freeze in Ghulja typically comes around October 14. The last spring freeze is around April 9.
What is the best time to visit Ghulja?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.