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Turfan Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The climate in Turfan is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very hot during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. The area is known for its low rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Turfan, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 38°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -0°C during cooler months like January.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -9°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Turfan sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 51 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Year-round, Turfan has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, July, with 8.8 mm, and the driest month, January, with 1.3 mm, is minimal.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Forecast for Turfan

Sun   Dec 22
-2°C | -10°C
N 2 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
-1°C | -9°C
E 1 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
-2°C | -10°C
NE 1 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

The best time of year to visit Turfan in China

During the months of April and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Turfan?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 38°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Turfan?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -0°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Turfan?
    July tops the wettest month list with 9 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Turfan?
    January is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.