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Karamay, 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 Karamay, Xinjiang?
Karamay, Xinjiang gets 150 mm of precipitation a year over about 63 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 33°C) and January the coldest (average low -19°C).
Cold desert climate
Karamay, Xinjiang has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -12°C in January to 33°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and September, when daytime highs sit near 24°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -16° | -9° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 7° | 18° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 21° | 32° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 15° |
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. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 54% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 61% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 58% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 61% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 35%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 51% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover KARAMAY during 1970–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 40 mm of precipitation, 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -19° | -12° | 5.8 mm | 6 | 80% | 35% | 6° | -33° |
| February | -14° | -6° | 7.6 mm | 4 | 74% | 40% | 9° | -32° |
| March | -3° | 6° | 7.9 mm | 3 | 56% | 50% | 25° | -27° |
| April | 9° | 19° | 9.7 mm | 4 | 21% | 60% | 36° | -11° |
| May | 15° | 27° | 15 mm | 5 | 24% | 50% | 38° | 2° |
| June | 21° | 32° | 19 mm | 7 | 25% | 51% | 41° | 9° |
| July | 22° | 33° | 28 mm | 9 | 29% | 54% | 44° | 12° |
| August | 21° | 32° | 18 mm | 7 | 30% | 57% | 43° | 9° |
| September | 14° | 25° | 9.4 mm | 4 | 36% | 61% | 39° | 2° |
| October | 7° | 16° | 7.4 mm | 3 | 49% | 58% | 30° | -7° |
| November | -3° | 4° | 11 mm | 4 | 69% | 51% | 20° | -27° |
| December | -14° | -8° | 12 mm | 7 | 78% | 42% | 9° | -34° |
Station: KARAMAY, 3 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2025 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 61% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.