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Turpan, 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 Turpan, Xinjiang?
Turpan, Xinjiang gets 15 mm of precipitation a year over about 11 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 40°C) and January the coldest (average low -10°C).
Cold desert climate
Turpan, Xinjiang has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -2°C in January to 40°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March and October, when daytime highs sit near 20°C.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | -7° | 2° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 13° | 26° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 25° | 39° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 9° | 22° |
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.
From October 2025 to September 2026 Turpan got 35 mm of rain, against a normal of 15 mm for those months. August 2026 had the most, with 19 mm.
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. Estimated sunshine is 69% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 65% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 60% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 56% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 63% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 70% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 72% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 71% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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. Estimated sunshine is 74% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 estimated sunshine of 74% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. May is the cloudiest, at 49%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 64% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. 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
These records cover TURPAN during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
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 in the available station history brought 16 mm of precipitation, on August 25, 2026.
66 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.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -10° | -2° | 1.0 mm | 1 | 44% | 69% | 7° | -24° |
| February | -3° | 7° | 0.5 mm | 0 | 41% | 65% | 18° | -23° |
| March | 6° | 18° | 0.8 mm | 0 | 35% | 60% | 32° | -9° |
| April | 14° | 28° | 0.8 mm | 1 | 20% | 63% | 41° | -1° |
| May | 19° | 34° | 1.0 mm | 1 | 22% | 49% | 43° | 8° |
| June | 24° | 39° | 2.8 mm | 2 | 23% | 52% | 48° | 12° |
| July | 26° | 40° | 2.0 mm | 2 | 26% | 56% | 49° | 17° |
| August | 24° | 39° | 2.0 mm | 2 | 26% | 63% | 48° | 13° |
| September | 18° | 32° | 1.8 mm | 1 | 26% | 70% | 43° | 4° |
| October | 9° | 22° | 1.3 mm | 1 | 34% | 72% | 34° | -5° |
| November | 0° | 11° | 0.5 mm | 0 | 46% | 71% | 23° | -18° |
| December | -8° | -1° | 1.0 mm | 1 | 48% | 74% | 9° | -25° |
Station: TURPAN, 2 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.
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?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, 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 estimated sunshine of 74% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.