Climate Insights for Bole Alashankou Airport

Bortala, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China

Hottest
July
35°C peak
Coldest
January
-16°C low
Wettest
May
19mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, September
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bole Alashankou Airport is temperate. The average annual temperature is 10°C and approximately 144mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 19mm 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° 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: -7° Min: -12° Mar Max: 9° Average: 4° Min: -1° Apr Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 8° May Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 14° Jun Max: 32° Average: 27° Min: 20° Jul Max: 35° Average: 29° Min: 21° Aug Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 19° Sep Max: 25° Average: 19° Min: 12° Oct Max: 15° Average: 10° Min: 5° Nov Max: 4° Average: -1° Min: -4° Dec Max: -6° Average: -10° Min: -13°
Max
Average
Min

Bole Alashankou Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 51°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°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 12°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 2mm Snow: 2mm Feb Precipitation: 3mm Snow: 2mm Mar Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 3mm Apr Precipitation: 17mm Snow: 0mm May Precipitation: 19mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 10mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 16mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 3mm Dec Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 4mm
Precipitation
Snow

Bole Alashankou Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 144mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 12mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 19mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2mm. 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 14cm annually. December is the snowiest month with approximately 4cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h 20km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 7km/h Feb Wind Speed: 10km/h Mar Wind Speed: 12km/h Apr Wind Speed: 15km/h May Wind Speed: 18km/h Jun Wind Speed: 17km/h Jul Wind Speed: 16km/h Aug Wind Speed: 15km/h Sep Wind Speed: 15km/h Oct Wind Speed: 12km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Bole Alashankou Airport is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/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 18km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 11km/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 8km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 16km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.

Seasons

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

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bole Alashankou Airport, which began on March 20, 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 35°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -16°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -1 to 27°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 55mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 19 to 35°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 31mm for the entire season. Winds are moderate at around 16km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -4 to 25°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 47mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/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 12mm for the entire season. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -12°
Feb -7°
Mar
Apr 15°
May 21°
Jun 27°
Jul 29°
Aug 26°
Sep 19°
Oct 10°
Nov -1°
Dec -10°

The best time to visit Bole Alashankou Airport is during April, May and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 18mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°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
7 km/h
2 mm
2 cm
Feb
-12 °C
-3 °C
10 km/h
3 mm
2 cm
Mar Current
-1 °C
9 °C
12 km/h
18 mm
3 cm
Apr
8 °C
21 °C
15 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
May
14 °C
27 °C
18 km/h
19 mm
0 cm
Jun
20 °C
32 °C
17 km/h
9 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
35 °C
16 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Aug
19 °C
32 °C
15 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Sep
12 °C
25 °C
15 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Oct
5 °C
15 °C
12 km/h
16 mm
0 cm
Nov
-4 °C
4 °C
10 km/h
14 mm
3 cm
Dec
-13 °C
-6 °C
7 km/h
6 mm
4 cm
Airpult

Get accurate weather forecasts worldwide with real-time updates and severe weather alerts. Covering 6M+ locations with precise, reliable weather data.

© 2026 Samuenti GmbH. All rights reserved.

gb English
Metric (°C, km/h)