Karamay, Xinjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Karamay get?

Karamay gets 150 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 63 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 81% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 28 mm. January is the driest, with 6 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 9.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 36 days, to March 8, 2025.

Karamay weather by month

Karamay weather in January

In January, Karamay averages a high of -12°C and a low of -19°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The January record high is 6°C (1979) and the record low is -33°C (1981).

Karamay weather in February

In February, Karamay averages a high of -6°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The February record high is 9°C (1978) and the record low is -32°C (1988).

Karamay weather in March

In March, Karamay averages a high of 6°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The March record high is 25°C (1989) and the record low is -27°C (1988).

Karamay weather in April

In April, Karamay averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (1997) and the record low is -11°C (1979). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Karamay weather in May

In May, Karamay averages a high of 27°C and a low of 15°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The May record high is 38°C (1980) and the record low is 2°C (1985). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Karamay weather in June

In June, Karamay averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 19 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2010) and the record low is 9°C (1985).

Karamay weather in July

In July, Karamay averages a high of 33°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The July record high is 44°C (2004) and the record low is 12°C (1991).

Karamay weather in August

In August, Karamay averages a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C. It gets 18 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The August record high is 43°C (1975) and the record low is 9°C (1978).

Karamay weather in September

In September, Karamay averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The September record high is 39°C (1997) and the record low is 2°C (2004). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Karamay weather in October

In October, Karamay averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The October record high is 30°C (1985) and the record low is -7°C (2000).

Karamay weather in November

In November, Karamay averages a high of 4°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The November record high is 20°C (1998) and the record low is -27°C (1987).

Karamay weather in December

In December, Karamay averages a high of -8°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The December record high is 9°C (1989) and the record low is -34°C (1984).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Karamay

September is the sunniest month in Karamay, with sunshine about 61% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest, at 35%. Over the year the sun shines about 51% of daylight hours. Karamay is sunnier than 63% of China.

Humidity peaks in January at 80% and is lowest in April at 21%.

Karamay has about 52 days a year above 32°C. Karamay is hotter than 79% of China.

First and last freeze in Karamay

The first fall freeze in Karamay typically comes around October 25, and the last spring freeze around April 6. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 202 days.

Karamay weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Karamay station is 44°C, on July 14, 2004. The coldest is -34°C, on December 24, 1984.

The wettest day on record brought 40 mm of rain, on July 3, 1991.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Karamay

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around -9°C and lows near -16°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 18°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 32°C and lows near 21°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 15°C and lows near 6°C.

Karamay climate questions

How much rain does Karamay get?

Karamay gets 150 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 63 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Karamay?

July is the wettest month in Karamay, with 28 mm. January is the driest, with 6 mm.

How many rainy days does Karamay have a year?

Karamay has about 63 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 9.

What is the hottest month in Karamay?

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

What is the coldest month in Karamay?

January is the coldest month in Karamay, with an average low of -19°C.

What is the record high temperature in Karamay?

The record high at the Karamay station is 44°C, set on July 14, 2004. The record low is -34°C, on December 24, 1984.

What is the sunniest month in Karamay?

September is the sunniest month in Karamay, with sunshine about 61% of daylight hours. January is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Karamay?

The first fall freeze in Karamay typically comes around October 25. The last spring freeze is around April 6.

What is the best time to visit Karamay?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.