Climate Overview
The climate in Tacheng Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 6°C and approximately 398mm of precipitation falls per year. May is the wettest month, receiving around 49mm of rainfall. Tacheng Airport is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -15°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Tacheng Airport has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 44°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -15°C and an average temperature of -11°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 10°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Tacheng Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 398mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 33mm per month. The wettest month is May, averaging 49mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 16mm. That's 33mm less than May, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 88cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 28cm.
Wind
Tacheng 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 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 7km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
88 days until Summer
It is currently spring in Tacheng Airport, which began on March 20, 2026. Tacheng 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 29°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 88 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -5 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 128mm over the season and a monthly average of 43mm. 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 14 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 100mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -7 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 116mm over the season and a monthly average of 39mm. Expect around 33cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from -15 to -2°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 55mm over the season and a monthly average of 18mm. Expect around 39cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Tacheng Airport is during May, June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 37mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -15°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Tacheng 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.