Xining, Qinghai Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Xining get?

Xining gets 435 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 97 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 51% of China.

August is the wettest month, with 91 mm. February is the driest, with 2 mm. July has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 65 days, to April 14, 2022.

Xining weather by month

Xining weather in January

In January, Xining averages a high of 2°C and a low of -14°C. It gets 3 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The January record high is 16°C (2014) and the record low is -24°C (2012).

Xining weather in February

In February, Xining averages a high of 6°C and a low of -11°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The February record high is 21°C (2009) and the record low is -21°C (2002).

Xining weather in March

In March, Xining averages a high of 11°C and a low of -4°C. It gets 9 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (2003) and the record low is -17°C (2010).

Xining weather in April

In April, Xining averages a high of 17°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 20 mm of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The April record high is 32°C (1998) and the record low is -12°C (1970).

Xining weather in May

In May, Xining averages a high of 20°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 55 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The May record high is 31°C (2024) and the record low is -4°C (2015). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xining weather in June

In June, Xining averages a high of 23°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 67 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 34% of daylight hours. The June record high is 32°C (2014) and the record low is 1°C (2013). June is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xining weather in July

In July, Xining averages a high of 25°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 84 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The July record high is 37°C (2000) and the record low is 4°C (2008). July is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xining weather in August

In August, Xining averages a high of 24°C and a low of 11°C. It gets 91 mm of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 39% of daylight hours. The August record high is 34°C (2010) and the record low is 3°C (2015).

Xining weather in September

In September, Xining averages a high of 19°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 14 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The September record high is 30°C (1977) and the record low is -1°C (1997). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Xining weather in October

In October, Xining averages a high of 14°C and a low of 1°C. It gets 24 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The October record high is 25°C (1987) and the record low is -12°C (2002).

Xining weather in November

In November, Xining averages a high of 8°C and a low of -7°C. It gets 6 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The November record high is 19°C (1976) and the record low is -19°C (1972).

Xining weather in December

In December, Xining averages a high of 3°C and a low of -13°C. It gets 2 mm of precipitation over about 2 rainy days. The sun is out about 64% of daylight hours. The December record high is 13°C (1993) and the record low is -25°C (1975).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Xining

November is the sunniest month in Xining, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 34%. Over the year the sun shines about 48% of daylight hours. Xining is sunnier than 54% of China.

Humidity peaks in September at 66% and is lowest in January at 32%.

Xining has about 3 days a year above 32°C. Xining is cooler than 96% of China.

First and last freeze in Xining

The first fall freeze in Xining typically comes around October 15, and the last spring freeze around April 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 170 days.

Xining weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Xining station is 37°C, on July 24, 2000. The coldest is -25°C, on December 14, 1975.

The wettest day on record brought 58 mm of rain, on July 11, 1973.

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

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.2°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Xining

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.

Winter (December–February) is cold, with average highs around 4°C and lows near -13°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 16°C and lows near 1°C.

Summer (June–August) is warm, with average highs around 24°C and lows near 10°C.

Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 14°C and lows near 0°C.

Xining climate questions

How much rain does Xining get?

Xining gets 435 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 97 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Xining?

August is the wettest month in Xining, with 91 mm. February is the driest, with 2 mm.

How many rainy days does Xining have a year?

Xining has about 97 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Xining?

July is the warmest month in Xining, with an average high of 25°C.

What is the coldest month in Xining?

January is the coldest month in Xining, with an average low of -14°C.

What is the record high temperature in Xining?

The record high at the Xining station is 37°C, set on July 24, 2000. The record low is -25°C, on December 14, 1975.

What is the sunniest month in Xining?

November is the sunniest month in Xining, with sunshine about 64% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Xining?

The first fall freeze in Xining typically comes around October 15. The last spring freeze is around April 28.

What is the best time to visit Xining?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically May to July and September, when daytime highs sit near 22°C.