Turpan, Xinjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Turpan get?

Turpan gets 15 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 11 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 99% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 3 mm. February is the driest, with 1 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 2.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 136 days, to April 3, 2023.

Turpan weather by month

Turpan weather in January

In January, Turpan averages a high of -2°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The January record high is 7°C (1990) and the record low is -24°C (1978).

Turpan weather in February

In February, Turpan averages a high of 7°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The February record high is 18°C (2021) and the record low is -23°C (1977).

Turpan weather in March

In March, Turpan averages a high of 18°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The March record high is 32°C (2013) and the record low is -9°C (1988). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Turpan weather in April

In April, Turpan averages a high of 28°C and a low of 14°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The April record high is 41°C (2015) and the record low is -1°C (1970).

Turpan weather in May

In May, Turpan averages a high of 34°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 49% of daylight hours. The May record high is 43°C (1974) and the record low is 8°C (1977).

Turpan weather in June

In June, Turpan averages a high of 39°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The June record high is 48°C (2010) and the record low is 12°C (1970).

Turpan weather in July

In July, Turpan averages a high of 40°C and a low of 26°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The July record high is 49°C (2023) and the record low is 17°C (1972).

Turpan weather in August

In August, Turpan averages a high of 39°C and a low of 24°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The August record high is 48°C (2006) and the record low is 13°C (1978).

Turpan weather in September

In September, Turpan averages a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 70% of daylight hours. The September record high is 43°C (1998) and the record low is 4°C (1970).

Turpan weather in October

In October, Turpan averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The October record high is 34°C (2009) and the record low is -5°C (1972). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Turpan weather in November

In November, Turpan averages a high of 11°C and a low of 0°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 0 rainy days. The sun is out about 71% of daylight hours. The November record high is 23°C (2023) and the record low is -18°C (1987).

Turpan weather in December

In December, Turpan averages a high of -1°C and a low of -8°C. It gets 1 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The December record high is 9°C (2015) and the record low is -25°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Turpan

December is the sunniest month in Turpan, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 49%. Over the year the sun shines about 64% of daylight hours. Turpan is sunnier than 97% of China.

Humidity peaks in December at 48% and is lowest in April at 20%.

Turpan has about 124 days a year above 32°C. Turpan is hotter than 99% of China.

First and last freeze in Turpan

The first fall freeze in Turpan typically comes around November 10, and the last spring freeze around March 9. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 246 days.

Turpan weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Turpan station is 49°C, on July 16, 2023. The coldest is -25°C, on December 20, 1975.

The wettest day on record brought 14 mm of rain, on June 21, 1984.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.7°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Turpan

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March and October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -7°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 26°C and lows near 13°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 39°C and lows near 25°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 22°C and lows near 9°C.

Turpan climate questions

How much rain does Turpan get?

Turpan gets 15 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 11 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Turpan?

June is the wettest month in Turpan, with 3 mm. February is the driest, with 1 mm.

How many rainy days does Turpan have a year?

Turpan has about 11 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 2.

What is the hottest month in Turpan?

July is the warmest month in Turpan, with an average high of 40°C.

What is the coldest month in Turpan?

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

What is the record high temperature in Turpan?

The record high at the Turpan station is 49°C, set on July 16, 2023. The record low is -25°C, on December 20, 1975.

What is the sunniest month in Turpan?

December is the sunniest month in Turpan, with sunshine about 74% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Turpan?

The first fall freeze in Turpan typically comes around November 10. The last spring freeze is around March 9.

What is the best time to visit Turpan?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March and October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.