Climate Insights for Bole Alashankou Airport

Bortala, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China

Hottest
July
32°C peak
Coldest
January
-16°C low
Wettest
May
38mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bole Alashankou Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 238mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 38mm of rainfall. Bole Alashankou Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -16°C. Light snow can occur between January and December.

Temperature

-20° -10° 0° 10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -8° Average: -12° Min: -16° Feb Max: -3° Average: -8° Min: -12° Mar Max: 8° Average: 4° Min: -2° Apr Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 6° May Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 12° Jun Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 17° Jul Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 19° Aug Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 16° Sep Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Oct Max: 13° Average: 8° Min: 3° Nov Max: 3° Average: -1° Min: -5° Dec Max: -6° Average: -10° Min: -13°
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Average
Min

Bole Alashankou Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 48°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -16°C and an average temperature of -12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 5mm Feb Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 4mm Mar Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 5mm Apr Precipitation: 32mm Snow: 1mm May Precipitation: 38mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 26mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 25mm Snow: 2mm Nov Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 7mm Dec Precipitation: 8mm Snow: 8mm
Precipitation
Snow

Bole Alashankou Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 238mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 20mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 38mm of rainfall. April and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 5mm. That's 34mm less than May, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Light snowfall can occur between January and December, totalling around 31cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 8cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 4km/h Feb Wind Speed: 5km/h Mar Wind Speed: 6km/h Apr Wind Speed: 8km/h May Wind Speed: 8km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 8km/h Aug Wind Speed: 8km/h Sep Wind Speed: 7km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 5km/h Dec Wind Speed: 4km/h
Wind Speed

Bole Alashankou Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is May, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 4km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 4km/h in winter, 7km/h in spring, 8km/h in summer, 6km/h in autumn.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

87 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Bole Alashankou Airport, which began on September 23, 2026. Bole Alashankou Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -16°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (87 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from -2 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 93mm over the season and a monthly average of 31mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 32°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 59mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -5 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 68mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Expect around 8cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -16 to -3°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 18mm for the entire season. Expect around 16cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential. Exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -12°
Feb -8°
Mar 4°
Apr 14°
May 19°
Jun 24°
Jul 26°
Aug 24°
Sep 17°
Oct 8°
Nov -1°
Dec -10°

The best time to visit Bole Alashankou Airport is during May, June, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 21°C with modest rainfall averaging 26mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 32°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to -16°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bole Alashankou Airport based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-16 °C
-8 °C
4 km/h
5 mm
5 cm
Feb
-12 °C
-3 °C
5 km/h
5 mm
4 cm
Mar
-2 °C
8 °C
6 km/h
22 mm
5 cm
Apr
6 °C
19 °C
8 km/h
32 mm
1 cm
May
12 °C
25 °C
8 km/h
38 mm
0 cm
Jun
17 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Jul
19 °C
32 °C
8 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Aug
16 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
10 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
26 mm
0 cm
Oct
3 °C
13 °C
6 km/h
25 mm
2 cm
Nov
-5 °C
3 °C
5 km/h
17 mm
7 cm
Dec
-13 °C
-6 °C
4 km/h
8 mm
8 cm
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