Hyperlocal rainfall totals + real-time NOAA forecasts
Accurate weather without the clutter
Jinshanlu, 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 Jinshanlu, Xinjiang?
Jinshanlu, Xinjiang gets 236 mm of precipitation a year over about 81 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 28°C) and January the coldest (average low -21°C).
Semi-arid climate
Jinshanlu, Xinjiang has warm summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -9°C in January to 28°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -19° | -7° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 1° | 13° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 14° | 28° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 0° | 12° |
How much rain does Jinshanlu get?
Jinshanlu gets 236 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 81 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 62% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 28 mm. February is the driest, with 11 mm. December has the most rainy days, about 9.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 25 days, to June 30, 2022.
Jinshanlu weather by month
Jinshanlu weather in January
In January, Jinshanlu averages a high of -9°C and a low of -21°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 6°C (2002) and the record low is -40°C (2001).
Jinshanlu weather in February
In February, Jinshanlu averages a high of -6°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 8°C (2020) and the record low is -42°C (1974).
Jinshanlu weather in March
In March, Jinshanlu averages a high of 2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 23°C (1989) and the record low is -37°C (1971).
Jinshanlu weather in April
In April, Jinshanlu averages a high of 15°C and a low of 3°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 April record high is 32°C (2020) and the record low is -17°C (2010).
Jinshanlu weather in May
In May, Jinshanlu averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 36°C (2022) and the record low is -4°C (1970). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jinshanlu weather in June
In June, Jinshanlu averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 37°C (2010) and the record low is 2°C (1971).
Jinshanlu weather in July
In July, Jinshanlu averages a high of 28°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 39°C (2015) and the record low is 6°C (1972).
Jinshanlu weather in August
In August, Jinshanlu averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 22 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 38°C (2002) and the record low is 1°C (1978).
Jinshanlu weather in September
In September, Jinshanlu averages a high of 21°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 33°C (2007) and the record low is -4°C (1972). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Jinshanlu weather in October
In October, Jinshanlu averages a high of 13°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 16 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 28°C (1990) and the record low is -15°C (1987).
Jinshanlu weather in November
In November, Jinshanlu averages a high of 2°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 18°C (2019) and the record low is -41°C (1987).
Jinshanlu weather in December
In December, Jinshanlu averages a high of -7°C and a low of -18°C. It gets 27 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 55% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 7°C (1989) and the record low is -42°C (2001).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Jinshanlu
September is the sunniest month in Jinshanlu, with estimated sunshine of 65% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. February is the cloudiest, at 49%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 56% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Jinshanlu is sunnier than 74% of China.
Humidity peaks in January at 70% and is lowest in May at 41%.
Jinshanlu has about 10 days a year above 32°C. Jinshanlu is cooler than 70% of China.
First and last freeze in Jinshanlu
The first fall freeze in Jinshanlu typically comes around September 28, and the last spring freeze around April 30. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 151 days.
Jinshanlu weather records
These records cover ALTAY during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Jinshanlu station is 39°C, on July 22, 2015. The coldest is -42°C, on December 11, 2001.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 60 mm of precipitation, on March 18, 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 Jinshanlu
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -7°C and lows near -19°C.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 13°C and lows near 1°C.
Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 28°C and lows near 14°C.
Autumn (September–November) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 0°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -21° | -9° | 19 mm | 8 | 70% | 52% | 6° | -40° |
| February | -18° | -6° | 11 mm | 6 | 66% | 49% | 8° | -42° |
| March | -9° | 2° | 15 mm | 5 | 64% | 50% | 23° | -37° |
| April | 3° | 15° | 15 mm | 5 | 44% | 63% | 32° | -17° |
| May | 9° | 22° | 18 mm | 7 | 41% | 55% | 36° | -4° |
| June | 13° | 27° | 19 mm | 7 | 42% | 56% | 37° | 2° |
| July | 15° | 28° | 28 mm | 7 | 45% | 56% | 39° | 6° |
| August | 13° | 27° | 22 mm | 6 | 46% | 61% | 38° | 1° |
| September | 7° | 21° | 18 mm | 6 | 46% | 65% | 33° | -4° |
| October | 1° | 13° | 16 mm | 6 | 56% | 57% | 28° | -15° |
| November | -8° | 2° | 27 mm | 8 | 65% | 52% | 18° | -41° |
| December | -18° | -7° | 27 mm | 9 | 70% | 55% | 7° | -42° |
Station: ALTAY, 14 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2025; 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.
Jinshanlu climate questions
How much rain does Jinshanlu get?
Jinshanlu gets 236 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 81 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Jinshanlu?
July is the wettest month in Jinshanlu, with 28 mm. February is the driest, with 11 mm.
How many rainy days does Jinshanlu have a year?
Jinshanlu has about 81 days with measurable rain in an average year. December has the most, about 9.
What is the hottest month in Jinshanlu?
July is the warmest month in Jinshanlu, with an average high of 28°C.
What is the coldest month in Jinshanlu?
January is the coldest month in Jinshanlu, with an average low of -21°C.
What is the record high temperature in Jinshanlu?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, the record high at the Jinshanlu station is 39°C, set on July 22, 2015. The record low is -42°C, on December 11, 2001.
What is the sunniest month in Jinshanlu?
September is the sunniest month in Jinshanlu, with estimated sunshine of 65% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. February is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Jinshanlu?
The first fall freeze in Jinshanlu typically comes around September 28. The last spring freeze is around April 30.
What is the best time to visit Jinshanlu?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically May and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.