Shache, Xinjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Shache get?

Shache gets 73 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 25 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 96% of China.

July is the wettest month, with 13 mm. October is the driest, with 1 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 4.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 141 days, to March 28, 2022.

Shache weather by month

Shache weather in January

In January, Shache averages a high of 1°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The January record high is 19°C (2000) and the record low is -23°C (2006).

Shache weather in February

In February, Shache averages a high of 7°C and a low of -5°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The February record high is 23°C (2026) and the record low is -24°C (2008).

Shache weather in March

In March, Shache averages a high of 16°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The March record high is 30°C (2010) and the record low is -8°C (1974).

Shache weather in April

In April, Shache averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The April record high is 36°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (2011). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shache weather in May

In May, Shache averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2011) and the record low is 3°C (2023).

Shache weather in June

In June, Shache averages a high of 31°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The June record high is 41°C (2005) and the record low is 6°C (1980).

Shache weather in July

In July, Shache averages a high of 32°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 13 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2022) and the record low is 12°C (1989).

Shache weather in August

In August, Shache averages a high of 31°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1983) and the record low is 9°C (1971).

Shache weather in September

In September, Shache averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 73% of daylight hours. The September record high is 36°C (1970) and the record low is 3°C (1979).

Shache weather in October

In October, Shache averages a high of 21°C and a low of 5°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2021) and the record low is -3°C (1981). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Shache weather in November

In November, Shache averages a high of 12°C and a low of -2°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 67% of daylight hours. The November record high is 25°C (2009) and the record low is -11°C (1987).

Shache weather in December

In December, Shache averages a high of 3°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (2023) and the record low is -22°C (1984).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Shache

September is the sunniest month in Shache, with sunshine about 73% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 46%. Over the year the sun shines about 58% of daylight hours. Shache is sunnier than 81% of China.

Humidity peaks in December at 60% and is lowest in April at 26%.

Shache has about 46 days a year above 32°C. Shache is hotter than 67% of China.

First and last freeze in Shache

The first fall freeze in Shache typically comes around October 28, and the last spring freeze around March 14. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 228 days.

Shache weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Shache station is 41°C, on June 24, 2005. The coldest is -24°C, on February 1, 2008.

The wettest day on record brought 50 mm of rain, on July 10, 2002.

48 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 Shache

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 -8°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 32°C and lows near 18°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 5°C.

Shache climate questions

How much rain does Shache get?

Shache gets 73 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 25 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Shache?

July is the wettest month in Shache, with 13 mm. October is the driest, with 1 mm.

How many rainy days does Shache have a year?

Shache has about 25 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 4.

What is the hottest month in Shache?

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

What is the coldest month in Shache?

January is the coldest month in Shache, with an average low of -11°C.

What is the record high temperature in Shache?

The record high at the Shache station is 41°C, set on June 24, 2005. The record low is -24°C, on February 1, 2008.

What is the sunniest month in Shache?

September is the sunniest month in Shache, with sunshine about 73% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Shache?

The first fall freeze in Shache typically comes around October 28. The last spring freeze is around March 14.

What is the best time to visit Shache?

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