Jiayuguan Weather

Jiayuguan is seated in the northwest of Gansu Province, with Yumen to its west, the snow-capped Qilian Mountain to its south. It possesses a continental desert climate, with an annual precipitation of only 80 millimeters in summer. The average temperature of Jiayuguan is about 6.7C (44F) – 7.7C (18.1F). The weather of January is the coldest with the lowest temperature of -21C (-5.8F) while the highest temperature of 34C (93F) happens in July. With an average altitude of 1,500 meters (4,921 feet), even older travelers will find it comfortable.

 

Jiayuguan Seasons & Travel Advice

Jiayuguan ClimateThe most suitable time to visit Jiayuguan is from May to October, as the climate is the most favorable of the year. However, since the Jiayuguan weather is in the peak of heat during July; remember to take protective measure for your skin during this period.

The wind in Jiayuguan is very strong. The most serious month is November and December, so when you take a trip there at this time, it is recommended to take a scarf or hat for protection against the strong winds.

The one thing worth noting is to take both light clothes and warm ones, because the temperature difference between day and night is quite large all year around.

 

7-Day Jiayuguan Weather Forecast

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Detailed Jiayuguan weather information about the Average, Maximun and Minimum Temperatures and the rainfall.

Average Data Jan Feb Mar Apr May June
Average High (F) 27/30 34/38 47/51 61/65 72/76 80/83
Average High (C) -3/-1 1/3 8/10 16/18 22/24 26/28
Average Low (F) 3/7 10/13 23/26 35/39 46/49 54/57
Average Low (C) -16/-14 -12/-10 -5/-3 2/4 8/10 12/14
Rain (in) <0.1 <0.1 0.1/0.2 0.1/0.2 0.3/0.4 0.4/0.5
Rain (mm) <5 <5 <5 <5 5/10 10/15
 
Average Data July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Average High (F) 83/86 81/85 71/75 58/62 41/45 29/33
Average High (C) 28/30 27/29 22/24 15/17 5/7 -2/0
Average Low (F) 58/61 56/59 46/49 33/36 19/22 7/10
Average Low (C) 14/16 13/15 8/10 1/3 -7/-5 -14/-12
Rain (in) 0.7/0.8 0.8/0.9 0.3/0.4 <0.1 <0.1 <0.1
Rain (mm) 20/25 20/25 5/10 <5 <5 <5
- Last updated on Dec. 28, 2023 by Brenda Lian -
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