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Gujangbagh, 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 Gujangbagh, Xinjiang?
Gujangbagh, Xinjiang gets 54 mm of precipitation a year over about 20 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low -8°C).
Cold desert climate
Gujangbagh, Xinjiang has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 1°C in January to 33°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -6° | 4° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 11° | 23° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 20° | 32° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 8° | 20° |
How much rain does Gujangbagh get?
Gujangbagh gets 54 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 20 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 97% of China.
June is the wettest month, with 11 mm. October is the driest, with 1 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 3.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 203 days, to May 28, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Gujangbagh got 8 mm of rain, against a normal of 54 mm for those months. September 2026 had the most, with 7 mm.
Gujangbagh weather by month
Gujangbagh weather in January
In January, Gujangbagh averages a high of 1°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 21°C (2000) and the record low is -21°C (2002).
Gujangbagh weather in February
In February, Gujangbagh averages a high of 7°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (2026) and the record low is -19°C (2008).
Gujangbagh weather in March
In March, Gujangbagh averages a high of 16°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 31°C (2025) and the record low is -7°C (1989).
Gujangbagh weather in April
In April, Gujangbagh averages a high of 24°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 36°C (2011) and the record low is 0°C (1982). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gujangbagh weather in May
In May, Gujangbagh averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 38°C (2000) and the record low is 2°C (2023).
Gujangbagh weather in June
In June, Gujangbagh averages a high of 31°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 40°C (1988) and the record low is 8°C (1970).
Gujangbagh weather in July
In July, Gujangbagh averages a high of 33°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 41°C (1997) and the record low is 12°C (1972).
Gujangbagh weather in August
In August, Gujangbagh averages a high of 32°C and a low of 20°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 40°C (1983) and the record low is 10°C (1975).
Gujangbagh weather in September
In September, Gujangbagh averages a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 75% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2005) and the record low is 4°C (1989).
Gujangbagh weather in October
In October, Gujangbagh averages a high of 21°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 31°C (2022) and the record low is -4°C (1972). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Gujangbagh weather in November
In November, Gujangbagh averages a high of 12°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 25°C (2023) and the record low is -12°C (1987).
Gujangbagh weather in December
In December, Gujangbagh averages a high of 3°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 21°C (1978) and the record low is -19°C (1984).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Gujangbagh
September is the sunniest month in Gujangbagh, with estimated sunshine of 75% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 46%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 59% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Gujangbagh is sunnier than 81% of China.
Humidity peaks in December at 41% and is lowest in March at 21%.
Gujangbagh has about 51 days a year above 32°C. Gujangbagh is hotter than 74% of China.
First and last freeze in Gujangbagh
The first fall freeze in Gujangbagh typically comes around November 10, and the last spring freeze around March 8. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 247 days.
Gujangbagh weather records
These records cover HOTAN during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Gujangbagh station is 41°C, on July 20, 1997. The coldest is -21°C, on January 21, 2002.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 75 mm of precipitation, on August 22, 2015.
50 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 Gujangbagh
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -6°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 11°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 20°C.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 8°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -8° | 1° | 1.8 mm | 2 | 38% | 57% | 21° | -21° |
| February | -3° | 7° | 2.3 mm | 1 | 32% | 50% | 22° | -19° |
| March | 5° | 16° | 3.6 mm | 1 | 21% | 51% | 31° | -7° |
| April | 12° | 24° | 3.6 mm | 1 | 22% | 51% | 36° | 0° |
| May | 16° | 28° | 6.9 mm | 2 | 25% | 46% | 38° | 2° |
| June | 19° | 31° | 11 mm | 3 | 27% | 51% | 40° | 8° |
| July | 21° | 33° | 6.3 mm | 3 | 28% | 62% | 41° | 12° |
| August | 20° | 32° | 8.9 mm | 2 | 34% | 60% | 40° | 10° |
| September | 16° | 28° | 4.8 mm | 1 | 29% | 75% | 36° | 4° |
| October | 8° | 21° | 1.3 mm | 0 | 30% | 72% | 31° | -4° |
| November | 1° | 12° | 1.3 mm | 1 | 32% | 65% | 25° | -12° |
| December | -6° | 3° | 1.5 mm | 2 | 41% | 62% | 21° | -19° |
Station: HOTAN, 3 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
Gujangbagh climate questions
How much rain does Gujangbagh get?
Gujangbagh gets 54 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 20 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Gujangbagh?
June is the wettest month in Gujangbagh, with 11 mm. October is the driest, with 1 mm.
How many rainy days does Gujangbagh have a year?
Gujangbagh has about 20 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 3.
What is the hottest month in Gujangbagh?
July is the warmest month in Gujangbagh, with an average high of 33°C.
What is the coldest month in Gujangbagh?
January is the coldest month in Gujangbagh, with an average low of -8°C.
What is the record high temperature in Gujangbagh?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Gujangbagh station is 41°C, set on July 20, 1997. The record low is -21°C, on January 21, 2002.
What is the sunniest month in Gujangbagh?
September is the sunniest month in Gujangbagh, with estimated sunshine of 75% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Gujangbagh?
The first fall freeze in Gujangbagh typically comes around November 10. The last spring freeze is around March 8.
What is the best time to visit Gujangbagh?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.