Climate Overview
The climate in Burang is cold. The average annual temperature is -5°C and approximately 518mm of precipitation falls per year. August is the wettest month, receiving around 129mm of rainfall. Burang 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 -26°C. Burang experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.
Temperature
Burang has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 38°C from the coldest to warmest months. July is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 12°C with a mean of 7°C. January brings the harshest conditions, with lows dropping to -26°C and an average temperature of -19°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Burang is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 518mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 43mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 129mm of rainfall. July and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 3mm. That's 126mm less than August, 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. Burang receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 230cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is January, with approximately 50cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.
Wind
Burang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is June, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
92 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Burang, which began on June 21, 2026. Burang 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 12°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -26°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from -22 to 4°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 79mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from -1 to 12°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 283mm for the season, averaging 94mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from -16 to 10°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 52mm over the season and a monthly average of 17mm. Expect around 31cm 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 -26 to -8°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 104mm over the season and a monthly average of 35mm. Expect around 104cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Burang 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.