Qinghai Weather in September

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

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Xining Golmud

Planning a getaway to Qinghai, China this September 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 September

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Xining.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Qinghai, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Golmud with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to high rainfall in Xining with 110 mm (4.3 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Xining.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Xining typically sees 188 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Qinghai in September

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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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Qinghai, China?

Temperature range in Qinghai (September)

Precipitation variation in Qinghai (September)

Xining

In September Xining generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
233 hours
188 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
8 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Xining →

Golmud

In September Golmud generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Golmud →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Qinghai, in China.

In our records: China September extremes

Notable September records observed across cities in China in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest September day in China brought 362 mm (14 in) in Guangzhou on September 6, 1992.

Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xining 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Golmud 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

Qinghai weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Qinghai, China in September. The popular destination of Xining averages 18°C (64°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Qinghai, China during September range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Xining.

Does Qinghai, China get a lot of rain in September?

Xining typically receives notable rainfall in September, about 110 mm (4.3 in) on average across Qinghai, China.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Qinghai, China?

In our opinion, September 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. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Qinghai.

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