Urumqi is located in the temperate zone and has a continental climate. The average annual temperature is 6.4 centigrade. Winter is cold and temperature averages -15.2 centigrade. Although inhospitable in winter with bone-chilling weather, Urumqi's climate is pleasant in autumn, with warm days and cool evenings. An extensive series of tree belts around it has helped to reduce wind, dust, and cold. The best time to travel Urumqi is from May to October.
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Spring is refreshing while a little cold. It snows occasionally.
Summer is beautiful when flowers are in full boom and grasslands turn to green. It can be hot but the beauty is everlasting.
Autumn is the best season to visit Urumqi. As the weather cools, the city is shrouded by colors and scent of ripe fruits.
Snow is common in winter and it's very cold. It's the low season, less crowded and cheap to travel.