Xinjiang Weather in September

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

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Urumqi Kashgar Yining Turfan

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

What to Expect in Xinjiang in September

Xinjiang, China is a region in China. September in Xinjiang generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Urumqi at 25°C (77°F) and very warm in Turfan at 31°C (88°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Turfan and 12°C (54°F) in Urumqi.

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

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Turfan with an average of 3 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Urumqi with 29 mm (1.1 in).

Average sunshine

September brings good sunshine to many areas. Urumqi sees around 263 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Xinjiang 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 Xinjiang

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

Temperature range in Xinjiang (September)

Precipitation variation in Xinjiang (September)

Urumqi

In September Urumqi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
263 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
4 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Urumqi →

Kashgar

In September Kashgar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
27°C (81°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
14°C (57°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
285 hours
262 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
26 mm (1 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kashgar →

Yining

In September Yining generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
26°C (79°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
314 hours
267 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Yining →

Turfan

In September Turfan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
31°C (88°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
18°C (64°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
6.2 mm (0.2 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Turfan →

Korla

In September Korla generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
13°C (55°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
14 mm (0.6 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Korla →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Urumqi 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Kashgar 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Yining 26°C (79°F) 11°C (52°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Turfan 31°C (88°F) 18°C (64°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Korla 27°C (81°F) 13°C (55°F) 8.7 mm (0.3 in)

Xinjiang weather in September: frequently asked questions

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

Xinjiang, China typically experiences perfect weather in September, part of the season. Daytime highs in Urumqi average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

Urumqi averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

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

Not particularly. Urumqi averages just 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain in September, making it a mostly dry month for Xinjiang, China.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Xinjiang, China?

We believe that September is one of the best times to visit Xinjiang, China with overall perfect weather in Urumqi.

Generally speaking, May, June and September provide perfect weather in Urumqi. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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