Qinghai Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Qinghai, China in April.

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Xining Golmud

Planning a getaway to Qinghai, China this April and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Qinghai in April

Qinghai, China is a region in China. April in Qinghai generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Xining.

For specific regional insights in Qinghai, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Golmud with an average of 8 mm (0.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Xining with 41 mm (1.6 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Xining sees close to 214 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Qinghai by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Qinghai — and find the best time to visit. (based on Xining)

January0°C (32°F) February4°C (39°F) March9°C (48°F) April14°C (57°F) May18°C (64°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September18°C (64°F) October12°C (54°F) November6°C (43°F) December1°C (34°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Qinghai in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Qinghai.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Qinghai

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Qinghai, China?

Temperature range in Qinghai (April)

Precipitation variation in Qinghai (April)

Xining

In April Xining generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
194 hours
214 hours
246 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Xining →

Golmud

In April Golmud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
8 mm (0.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Golmud →

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Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Qinghai in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xining 14°C (57°F) -1°C (30°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Golmud 14°C (57°F) 0°C (32°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)

Qinghai weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Qinghai, China in April?

Qinghai, China typically experiences tolerable weather in April, part of the season. Daytime highs in Xining average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Qinghai, China in April?

Average temperatures in Qinghai, China during April range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Xining.

Does Qinghai, China get a lot of snow/rain in April?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Qinghai, China during April, with Xining averaging close to 41 mm (1.6 in).

Is April a Good Time to Visit Qinghai, China?

In our opinion, April is a good time to visit Qinghai, China with overall tolerable weather in Xining. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June offering mostly perfect weather in Xining. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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