Best Time to Visit Zhangye
Best time: May, Jun, Jul, Aug.
Jul is warmest (28.5°C high); Jul is rainiest (48 mm).
Zhangye weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -0.8 | -17 | 2 | 4.1 |
| Feb | 3.1 | -12.7 | 2 | 5.6 |
| Mar | 9.1 | -5.6 | 5 | 7.4 |
| Apr | 17 | 1.6 | 7 | 9.2 |
| May | 22.6 | 7.3 | 18 | 10.2 |
| Jun | 26.3 | 11.3 | 32 | 10.8 |
| Jul | 28.5 | 13.7 | 48 | 10.4 |
| Aug | 27.2 | 12.5 | 48 | 9.6 |
| Sep | 22.1 | 6.9 | 29 | 8.2 |
| Oct | 14.9 | -0.9 | 9 | 6.5 |
| Nov | 6.3 | -8.2 | 2 | 4.8 |
| Dec | 0.6 | -14.5 | 1 | 3.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayJunJulAug
Beaches: JunJulMayAug
Hiking: AprMayJunSep
Sightseeing: MayJunSepJul
Zhangye 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 Zhangye?
May, Jun, Jul, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 48 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 28.5°C.
Where to stay
See Zhangye hotels · Book Zhangye tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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