Climate Insights for Altay Airport

Yili, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China

Hottest
July
28°C peak
Coldest
January
-20°C low
Wettest
September
24mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Altay Airport is cool. The average annual temperature is 5°C and approximately 208mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 24mm of rainfall. Altay 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 -20°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 58cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-20° -10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: -12° Average: -16° Min: -20° Feb Max: -6° Average: -12° Min: -17° Mar Max: 5° Average: -1° Min: -7° Apr Max: 17° Average: 10° Min: 3° May Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 9° Jun Max: 27° Average: 22° Min: 15° Jul Max: 28° Average: 23° Min: 17° Aug Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 14° Sep Max: 21° Average: 15° Min: 8° Oct Max: 11° Average: 6° Min: 0° Nov Max: -1° Average: -6° Min: -10° Dec Max: -8° Average: -13° Min: -17°
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Average
Min

Altay 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 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -20°C and an average temperature of -16°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 11°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 6mm Snow: 6mm Feb Precipitation: 9mm Snow: 9mm Mar Precipitation: 18mm Snow: 4mm Apr Precipitation: 11mm Snow: 1mm May Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 1mm Jun Precipitation: 23mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 22mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 21mm Snow: 6mm Nov Precipitation: 24mm Snow: 18mm Dec Precipitation: 13mm Snow: 13mm
Precipitation
Snow

Altay Airport is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 208mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 17mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 24mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 6mm. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 58cm accumulating over the season. November typically sees the most snow at around 18cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 3km/h May Wind Speed: 3km/h Jun Wind Speed: 3km/h Jul Wind Speed: 3km/h Aug Wind Speed: 3km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Altay Airport is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 3km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 1km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.

Seasons

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

93 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Altay Airport, which began on June 21, 2026. Altay 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 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -20°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 93 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from -7 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 52mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 28°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 59mm over the season and a monthly average of 20mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -10 to 21°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 69mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Expect around 24cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -20 to -6°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 28mm for the entire season. Expect around 28cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -16°
Feb -12°
Mar -1°
Apr 10°
May 15°
Jun 22°
Jul 23°
Aug 21°
Sep 15°
Oct
Nov -6°
Dec -13°

The best time to visit Altay 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 20mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -20°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 Altay 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
-20 °C
-12 °C
2 km/h
6 mm
6 cm
Feb
-17 °C
-6 °C
2 km/h
9 mm
9 cm
Mar
-7 °C
5 °C
2 km/h
18 mm
4 cm
Apr
3 °C
17 °C
3 km/h
11 mm
1 cm
May
9 °C
21 °C
3 km/h
23 mm
1 cm
Jun Current
15 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
23 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
28 °C
3 km/h
22 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
27 °C
3 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Sep
8 °C
21 °C
2 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Oct
0 °C
11 °C
2 km/h
21 mm
6 cm
Nov
-10 °C
-1 °C
2 km/h
24 mm
18 cm
Dec
-17 °C
-8 °C
2 km/h
13 mm
13 cm
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