Best Time to Visit Dunhuang
Best time: Jun, May, Jul, Aug.
Jul is warmest (31.5°C high); Jul is rainiest (11 mm).
Dunhuang weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.3 | -15.6 | 1 | 4.2 |
| Feb | 5.7 | -11.5 | 1 | 5.6 |
| Mar | 12.8 | -4.3 | 2 | 7.5 |
| Apr | 21.5 | 3.8 | 3 | 9.3 |
| May | 27 | 9.7 | 4 | 10.7 |
| Jun | 30.1 | 13.5 | 7 | 11.3 |
| Jul | 31.5 | 15.4 | 11 | 11 |
| Aug | 30.6 | 13.7 | 7 | 10.1 |
| Sep | 25.7 | 7.9 | 2 | 8.7 |
| Oct | 18.4 | -0.2 | 1 | 6.7 |
| Nov | 9.2 | -7.2 | 1 | 4.7 |
| Dec | 1.9 | -13.6 | 1 | 3.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunMayJulAug
Beaches: JunJulAugMay
Hiking: MayAprSepJun
Sightseeing: JunMayJulAug
Dunhuang quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Dunhuang?
Jun, May, Jul, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 11 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 31.5°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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