Xinjiang Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Xinjiang, China in August.

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Urumqi Kashgar Yining Turfan

Are you planning a trip a to Xinjiang, China in August and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Xinjiang in August

Xinjiang, China is a region in China. August in Xinjiang generally has temperatures that range from warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During August, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Urumqi at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Turfan at 37°C (99°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Turfan and 17°C (63°F) in Urumqi. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Turfan with an average of 6.2 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Urumqi with 35 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Urumqi sees close to 268 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Xinjiang in August

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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 Xinjiang

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Xinjiang, China?

Temperature range in Xinjiang (August)

Precipitation variation in Xinjiang (August)

Urumqi

In August Urumqi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
279 hours
268 hours
263 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Urumqi →

Kashgar

In August Kashgar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
313 hours
285 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
26 mm (1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
3 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kashgar →

Yining

In August Yining generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
321 hours
314 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
26 mm (1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Yining →

Turfan

In August Turfan generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
38°C (100°F)
37°C (99°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Turfan →

Korla

In August Korla generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Korla →

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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Xinjiang in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Urumqi 30°C (86°F) 17°C (63°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Kashgar 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Yining 31°C (88°F) 16°C (61°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Turfan 37°C (99°F) 25°C (77°F) 6.2 mm (0.2 in)
Korla 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)

Xinjiang weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Xinjiang, China in August?

Expect tolerable weather across Xinjiang, China in August. The popular destination of Urumqi averages 30°C (86°F) by day and 17°C (63°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Xinjiang, China in August?

Urumqi averages a daytime maximum of 30°C (86°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 17°C (63°F).

Does Xinjiang, China get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Xinjiang, China during August, with Urumqi averaging close to 35 mm (1.4 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit Xinjiang, China?

In our opinion, August is a good time to visit Xinjiang, China with overall pleasant weather in Urumqi.

On average, the best time to visit Xinjiang, China is in May, June and September with generally perfect weather in Urumqi. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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