Best Time to Visit Xining
Best time: Jun, Aug, May, Jul.
Jul is warmest (23.6°C high); Jul is rainiest (88 mm).
Xining weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.5 | -15 | 0 | 4.2 |
| Feb | 3.8 | -11.2 | 1 | 5.6 |
| Mar | 8.7 | -4.8 | 7 | 6.9 |
| Apr | 15 | 1 | 19 | 8.4 |
| May | 19 | 5.6 | 45 | 9.4 |
| Jun | 21.7 | 8.7 | 58 | 9.9 |
| Jul | 23.6 | 10.7 | 88 | 9.5 |
| Aug | 23 | 10.3 | 75 | 8.8 |
| Sep | 18 | 6.6 | 58 | 7.3 |
| Oct | 12.8 | 0.3 | 21 | 5.8 |
| Nov | 6.7 | -7.1 | 2 | 4.7 |
| Dec | 1.7 | -13 | 0 | 3.9 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JunAugMayJul
Beaches: FebMarJanApr
Hiking: AprMayJunOct
Sightseeing: JunMayAugApr
Xining quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Xining?
Jun, Aug, May, Jul.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 88 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 23.6°C.
Where to stay
See Xining hotels · Book Xining tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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