Kashgar, Xinjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Kashgar get?

Kashgar gets 89 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 34 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 94% of China.

May is the wettest month, with 14 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm. August has the most rainy days, about 5.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 97 days, to February 5, 2022.

Kashgar weather by month

Kashgar weather in January

In January, Kashgar averages a high of 0°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The January record high is 19°C (2000) and the record low is -22°C (2023).

Kashgar weather in February

In February, Kashgar averages a high of 6°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2024) and the record low is -23°C (1974).

Kashgar weather in March

In March, Kashgar averages a high of 15°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The March record high is 29°C (2010) and the record low is -16°C (1976).

Kashgar weather in April

In April, Kashgar averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 7 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 35°C (2011) and the record low is -3°C (1994). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kashgar weather in May

In May, Kashgar averages a high of 27°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (2020) and the record low is 3°C (1975).

Kashgar weather in June

In June, Kashgar averages a high of 31°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2005) and the record low is 7°C (1987).

Kashgar weather in July

In July, Kashgar averages a high of 32°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The July record high is 40°C (1971) and the record low is 8°C (1992).

Kashgar weather in August

In August, Kashgar averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is 9°C (1997).

Kashgar weather in September

In September, Kashgar averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (1970) and the record low is 3°C (1989).

Kashgar weather in October

In October, Kashgar averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (2021) and the record low is -4°C (1982). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Kashgar weather in November

In November, Kashgar averages a high of 12°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2009) and the record low is -11°C (2020).

Kashgar weather in December

In December, Kashgar averages a high of 2°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (2023) and the record low is -23°C (1974).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Kashgar

September is the sunniest month in Kashgar, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. April is the cloudiest, at 45%. Over the year the sun shines about 57% of daylight hours. Kashgar is sunnier than 77% of China.

Humidity peaks in December at 53% and is lowest in May at 24%.

Kashgar has about 33 days a year above 32°C. Kashgar is hotter than 54% of China.

First and last freeze in Kashgar

The first fall freeze in Kashgar typically comes around November 1, and the last spring freeze around March 15. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 231 days.

Kashgar weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Kashgar station is 40°C, on July 11, 1971. The coldest is -23°C, on December 19, 1974.

The wettest day on record brought 40 mm of rain, on May 1, 2004.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Kashgar

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 3°C and lows near -7°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 9°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 6°C.

Kashgar climate questions

How much rain does Kashgar get?

Kashgar gets 89 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 34 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Kashgar?

May is the wettest month in Kashgar, with 14 mm. December is the driest, with 3 mm.

How many rainy days does Kashgar have a year?

Kashgar has about 34 days with measurable rain in an average year. August has the most, about 5.

What is the hottest month in Kashgar?

July is the warmest month in Kashgar, with an average high of 32°C.

What is the coldest month in Kashgar?

January is the coldest month in Kashgar, with an average low of -10°C.

What is the record high temperature in Kashgar?

The record high at the Kashgar station is 40°C, set on July 11, 1971. The record low is -23°C, on December 19, 1974.

What is the sunniest month in Kashgar?

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

When is the first frost in Kashgar?

The first fall freeze in Kashgar typically comes around November 1. The last spring freeze is around March 15.

What is the best time to visit Kashgar?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.