Xining Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Xining’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in China.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Visitors to Xining will encounter a climate influenced by big temperature differences across the year. On average, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 22°C in July to a very cold -0°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -17°C in January.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Xining by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 101 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 16 days. For more information, please visit our Xining Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in China Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across China. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Xining Temperatures Compared World Wide
Xining’s average annual maximum temperature is 12°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual temperature of 20°C, known for its sunny summers and comfortable winters.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Osaka, Japan, offers a similar climate to Tokyo, with an average annual temperature of 22°C.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Xining’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Xining climate page.
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