Best Time to Visit Lanzhou
Best time: May, Jun, Jul, Sep.
Jul is warmest (28.6°C high); Aug is rainiest (76 mm).
Lanzhou weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.5 | -11.4 | 2 | 3.8 |
| Feb | 5.1 | -7.3 | 4 | 5.1 |
| Mar | 11.1 | -0.7 | 9 | 6.4 |
| Apr | 18.5 | 5.3 | 20 | 7.9 |
| May | 23.5 | 10.1 | 38 | 9.1 |
| Jun | 26.9 | 13.7 | 43 | 9.5 |
| Jul | 28.6 | 16 | 65 | 9.2 |
| Aug | 27.1 | 15 | 76 | 8.5 |
| Sep | 21.7 | 10.6 | 49 | 6.7 |
| Oct | 15.4 | 4 | 24 | 5.2 |
| Nov | 8.2 | -3.4 | 6 | 4.1 |
| Dec | 1.6 | -9.6 | 2 | 3.4 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayJunJulSep
Beaches: JunJulMayAug
Hiking: AprMayOctJun
Sightseeing: MayJunAprJul
Lanzhou 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 Lanzhou?
May, Jun, Jul, Sep.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 76 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 28.6°C.
Where to stay
See Lanzhou hotels · Book Lanzhou tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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