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Tumxuk, 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 Tumxuk, Xinjiang?
Tumxuk, Xinjiang gets 78 mm of precipitation a year over about 28 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 34°C) and January the coldest (average low -12°C).
Cold desert climate
Tumxuk, Xinjiang has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about 1°C in January to 34°C in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -9° | 3° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 9° | 23° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 19° | 33° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 6° | 21° |
How much rain does Tumxuk get?
Tumxuk gets 78 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 28 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 95% of China.
July is the wettest month, with 20 mm. December is the driest, with 1 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 6.
The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 209 days, to May 11, 2022.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Tumxuk got 691 mm of rain, against a normal of 78 mm for those months. July 2026 had the most, with 370 mm.
Tumxuk weather by month
Tumxuk weather in January
In January, Tumxuk averages a high of 1°C and a low of -12°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 18°C (2000) and the record low is -24°C (2008).
Tumxuk weather in February
In February, Tumxuk averages a high of 7°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 22°C (2026) and the record low is -25°C (2008).
Tumxuk weather in March
In March, Tumxuk averages a high of 16°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 50% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 30°C (2007) and the record low is -9°C (1974).
Tumxuk weather in April
In April, Tumxuk averages a high of 24°C and a low of 10°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 37°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (1993). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tumxuk weather in May
In May, Tumxuk averages a high of 29°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 38°C (1984) and the record low is 3°C (1987).
Tumxuk weather in June
In June, Tumxuk averages a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 40°C (1984) and the record low is 7°C (1987).
Tumxuk weather in July
In July, Tumxuk averages a high of 34°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 42°C (2022) and the record low is 12°C (1975).
Tumxuk weather in August
In August, Tumxuk averages a high of 32°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 12 mm of precipitation over about 5 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 43°C (1983) and the record low is 11°C (1991).
Tumxuk weather in September
In September, Tumxuk averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 73% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 36°C (2026) and the record low is 4°C (1975).
Tumxuk weather in October
In October, Tumxuk averages a high of 21°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 33°C (2021) and the record low is -4°C (1972). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Tumxuk weather in November
In November, Tumxuk averages a high of 12°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 64% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 24°C (2023) and the record low is -13°C (1987).
Tumxuk weather in December
In December, Tumxuk averages a high of 2°C and a low of -9°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 16°C (2008) and the record low is -22°C (1974).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Tumxuk
September is the sunniest month in Tumxuk, with estimated sunshine of 73% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 47%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 56% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Tumxuk is sunnier than 73% of China.
Humidity peaks in December at 66% and is lowest in May at 23%.
Tumxuk has about 64 days a year above 32°C. Tumxuk is hotter than 84% of China.
First and last freeze in Tumxuk
The first fall freeze in Tumxuk typically comes around October 29, and the last spring freeze around March 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 226 days.
Tumxuk weather records
These records cover BACHU during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Tumxuk station is 43°C, on August 1, 1983. The coldest is -25°C, on February 1, 2008.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 89 mm of precipitation, on July 7, 2026.
56 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 Tumxuk
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.
Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 3°C and lows near -9°C.
Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 9°C.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 33°C and lows near 19°C.
Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 6°C.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -12° | 1° | 1.5 mm | 1 | 62% | 50% | 18° | -24° |
| February | -6° | 7° | 1.3 mm | 1 | 44% | 50% | 22° | -25° |
| March | 3° | 16° | 2.8 mm | 1 | 27% | 50% | 30° | -9° |
| April | 10° | 24° | 3.6 mm | 1 | 24% | 49% | 37° | -2° |
| May | 14° | 29° | 10 mm | 3 | 23% | 47% | 38° | 3° |
| June | 18° | 32° | 14 mm | 5 | 24% | 51% | 40° | 7° |
| July | 19° | 34° | 20 mm | 6 | 29% | 62% | 42° | 12° |
| August | 19° | 32° | 12 mm | 5 | 36% | 60% | 43° | 11° |
| September | 14° | 28° | 7.9 mm | 3 | 32% | 73% | 36° | 4° |
| October | 6° | 21° | 2.5 mm | 1 | 38% | 64% | 33° | -4° |
| November | -3° | 12° | 1.5 mm | 0 | 51% | 64% | 24° | -13° |
| December | -9° | 2° | 1.0 mm | 1 | 66% | 49% | 16° | -22° |
Station: BACHU, 43 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; 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.
Tumxuk climate questions
How much rain does Tumxuk get?
Tumxuk gets 78 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 28 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Tumxuk?
July is the wettest month in Tumxuk, with 20 mm. December is the driest, with 1 mm.
How many rainy days does Tumxuk have a year?
Tumxuk has about 28 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 6.
What is the hottest month in Tumxuk?
July is the warmest month in Tumxuk, with an average high of 34°C.
What is the coldest month in Tumxuk?
January is the coldest month in Tumxuk, with an average low of -12°C.
What is the record high temperature in Tumxuk?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the Tumxuk station is 43°C, set on August 1, 1983. The record low is -25°C, on February 1, 2008.
What is the sunniest month in Tumxuk?
September is the sunniest month in Tumxuk, with estimated sunshine of 73% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Tumxuk?
The first fall freeze in Tumxuk typically comes around October 29. The last spring freeze is around March 17.
What is the best time to visit Tumxuk?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.