Xincheng, Xinjiang Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Xincheng, Xinjiang gets 92 mm of precipitation a year over about 37 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 32°C) and January the coldest (average low -13°C).

Xincheng climate at a glance

Cold desert climate

Xincheng, Xinjiang has hot summers and cold winters. Daytime highs range from about -2°C in January to 32°C in July. June is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

How much rain does Xincheng get?

Xincheng gets 92 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 37 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 91% of China.

June is the wettest month, with 21 mm. March is the driest, with 2 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 7.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 108 days, to February 16, 2022.

Xincheng weather by month

Xincheng weather in January

In January, Xincheng averages a high of -2°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 63% of daylight hours. The January record high is 8°C (1997) and the record low is -24°C (2008).

Xincheng weather in February

In February, Xincheng averages a high of 6°C and a low of -6°C. It gets 8 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The February record high is 17°C (2026) and the record low is -23°C (2008).

Xincheng weather in March

In March, Xincheng averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2013) and the record low is -8°C (1989).

Xincheng weather in April

In April, Xincheng averages a high of 22°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 4 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The April record high is 34°C (2011) and the record low is -2°C (2023). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xincheng weather in May

In May, Xincheng averages a high of 27°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 10 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 43% of daylight hours. The May record high is 36°C (2008) and the record low is -1°C (2023).

Xincheng weather in June

In June, Xincheng averages a high of 31°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 21 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The June record high is 38°C (2024) and the record low is 7°C (1970).

Xincheng weather in July

In July, Xincheng averages a high of 32°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 14 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 59% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2000) and the record low is 9°C (2009).

Xincheng weather in August

In August, Xincheng averages a high of 31°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 15 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1983) and the record low is 8°C (1976).

Xincheng weather in September

In September, Xincheng averages a high of 27°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 68% of daylight hours. The September record high is 35°C (1970) and the record low is 3°C (2015). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xincheng weather in October

In October, Xincheng averages a high of 19°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 5 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The October record high is 29°C (2009) and the record low is -3°C (1981). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xincheng weather in November

In November, Xincheng averages a high of 9°C and a low of -3°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 1 rainy days. The sun is out about 69% of daylight hours. The November record high is 22°C (2023) and the record low is -16°C (1987).

Xincheng weather in December

In December, Xincheng averages a high of 0°C and a low of -10°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 72% of daylight hours. The December record high is 9°C (1989) and the record low is -22°C (1984).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Xincheng

December is the sunniest month in Xincheng, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest, at 43%. Over the year the sun shines about 58% of daylight hours. Xincheng is sunnier than 81% of China.

Humidity peaks in December at 59% and is lowest in May at 24%.

Xincheng has about 40 days a year above 32°C. Xincheng is hotter than 61% of China.

First and last freeze in Xincheng

The first fall freeze in Xincheng typically comes around October 28, and the last spring freeze around March 18. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 224 days.

Xincheng weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Xincheng station is 41°C, on July 12, 2000. The coldest is -24°C, on January 29, 2008.

The wettest day on record brought 38 mm of rain, on July 25, 1979.

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

The best time to visit Xincheng

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 1°C and lows near -10°C.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 8°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 17°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 19°C and lows near 5°C.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January2.8 mm258%63%-24°
February7.9 mm250%52%17°-23°
March1.8 mm136%51%26°-8°
April3.8 mm227%51%34°-2°
May9.7 mm324%43%36°-1°
June21 mm725%50%38°
July14 mm631%59%41°
August15 mm636%58%39°
September6.3 mm334%68%35°
October4.6 mm140%64%29°-3°
November3.3 mm149%69%22°-16°
December2.3 mm259%72%-22°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Xincheng climate questions

How much rain does Xincheng get?

Xincheng gets 92 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 37 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Xincheng?

June is the wettest month in Xincheng, with 21 mm. March is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Xincheng have a year?

Xincheng has about 37 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 7.

What is the hottest month in Xincheng?

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

What is the coldest month in Xincheng?

January is the coldest month in Xincheng, with an average low of -13°C.

What is the record high temperature in Xincheng?

The record high at the Xincheng station is 41°C, set on July 12, 2000. The record low is -24°C, on January 29, 2008.

What is the sunniest month in Xincheng?

December is the sunniest month in Xincheng, with sunshine about 72% of daylight hours. May is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Xincheng?

The first fall freeze in Xincheng typically comes around October 28. The last spring freeze is around March 18.

What is the best time to visit Xincheng?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 23°C.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station KUQA (2 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station KUQA.