Hami, Xinjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Hami, Xinjiang gets 66 mm of precipitation a year over about 24 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 35°C) and January the coldest (average low -16°C).

Hami climate at a glance

Cold desert climate

Hami, Xinjiang has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -3°C in January to 35°C in July. January is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

How much rain does Hami get?

Hami gets 66 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 24 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 96% of China.

January is the wettest month, with 11 mm. March is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 5.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 150 days, to July 16, 2022.

Hami weather by month

Hami weather in January

In January, Hami averages a high of -3°C and a low of -16°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (2007) and the record low is -28°C (1981).

Hami weather in February

In February, Hami averages a high of 5°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -26°C (1972).

Hami weather in March

In March, Hami averages a high of 14°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2001) and the record low is -15°C (1994).

Hami weather in April

In April, Hami averages a high of 23°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The April record high is 37°C (2020) and the record low is -12°C (1979). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hami weather in May

In May, Hami averages a high of 29°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The May record high is 39°C (2024) and the record low is -2°C (1979).

Hami weather in June

In June, Hami averages a high of 33°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The June record high is 43°C (2010) and the record low is 6°C (1970).

Hami weather in July

In July, Hami averages a high of 35°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The July record high is 44°C (2023) and the record low is 9°C (1991).

Hami weather in August

In August, Hami averages a high of 34°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 66% of daylight hours. The August record high is 43°C (1972) and the record low is 6°C (1997).

Hami weather in September

In September, Hami averages a high of 28°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The September record high is 38°C (1999) and the record low is 0°C (2004).

Hami weather in October

In October, Hami averages a high of 19°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (1977) and the record low is -9°C (1986). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Hami weather in November

In November, Hami averages a high of 8°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The November record high is 22°C (2023) and the record low is -22°C (1987).

Hami weather in December

In December, Hami averages a high of -1°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The December record high is 10°C (1994) and the record low is -29°C (2002).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Hami

September is the sunniest month in Hami, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 54%. Over the year the sun shines about 65% of daylight hours. Hami is sunnier than 99% of China.

Humidity peaks in December at 55% and is lowest in April at 16%.

Hami has about 71 days a year above 32°C. Hami is hotter than 88% of China.

First and last freeze in Hami

The first fall freeze in Hami typically comes around October 17, and the last spring freeze around April 12. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 188 days.

Hami weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Hami station is 44°C, on July 17, 2023. The coldest is -29°C, on December 25, 2002.

The wettest day on record brought 70 mm of rain, on April 8, 2020.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.3°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Hami

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 0°C and lows near -13°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 6°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 34°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 3°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January11 mm251%70%-28°
February4.3 mm136%63%18°-26°
March1.8 mm123%62%27°-15°
April6.3 mm216%64%37°-12°
May3.8 mm218%54%39°-2°
June9.4 mm318%56%43°
July8.9 mm523%61%44°
August5.8 mm324%66%43°
September2.8 mm225%72%38°
October3.0 mm132%71%32°-9°
November3.3 mm143%70%22°-22°
December5.1 mm255%72%10°-29°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Hami climate questions

How much rain does Hami get?

Hami gets 66 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 24 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Hami?

January is the wettest month in Hami, with 11 mm. March is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Hami have a year?

Hami has about 24 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 5.

What is the hottest month in Hami?

July is the warmest month in Hami, with an average high of 35°C.

What is the coldest month in Hami?

January is the coldest month in Hami, with an average low of -16°C.

What is the record high temperature in Hami?

The record high at the Hami station is 44°C, set on July 17, 2023. The record low is -29°C, on December 25, 2002.

What is the sunniest month in Hami?

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

When is the first frost in Hami?

The first fall freeze in Hami typically comes around October 17. The last spring freeze is around April 12.

What is the best time to visit Hami?

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

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station HAMI (2 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station HAMI.