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Data source：Meteostat
Last updated：2025-09

Weather in Qinghai throughout the year

  • Spring (March–May): Average 2.9–14.9°C, dry and cold climate, large diurnal temperature variation, little rainfall. Common activities: Spring outings, enjoying the highland scenery. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, thick trousers.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 18.2–22.2°C, mild and dry climate, abundant sunshine, little rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, grassland tours, stargazing. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun protection clothing, sun hat.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 16.9–0.7°C, dry climate, rapid temperature drop, large diurnal temperature variation, little rainfall. Common activities: Autumn scenery viewing, experiencing local culture. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, thick trousers.
  • Winter (December–February): Average -6.8–-3.6°C, cold and dry climate, little snowfall. Common activities: Skiing (in some areas), experiencing the winter highland scenery. Recommended clothing: Thick down jacket, thermal underwear, warm hat, gloves, scarf.

Weather in Qinghai

Annual average temperature: approx. 8.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 3 mm / Summer humidity: 20%–30% / Rainiest month: September

Qinghai weather by month

Month
Temperature (°C)
Rainfall (mm)
January
-6.5°C
0
February
-3.6°C
0.1
March
2.9°C
0.1
April
9.7°C
0.2
May
14.9°C
0.5
June
18.2°C
0.8
July
22.2°C
0.4
August
21°C
0.6
September
16.9°C
0.8
October
9°C
0.1
November
0.7°C
0.1
December
-6.8°C
0

7-day weather forecast for Qinghai

11/2
Monday
Sunny
10.3°C/-1°C
11/3
Tuesday
Overcast
9.3°C/0°C
11/4
Wednesday
Sunny
9.8°C/-1.5°C
11/5
Thursday
Overcast
10.1°C/-1.9°C
11/6
Friday
Partly Cloudy
11.2°C/-1.6°C
11/7
Saturday
Sunny
8.5°C/-0.9°C
11/8
Sunday
Sunny
7°C/-2.4°C

Qinghai travel FAQs and useful info

Can foreigners visit Qinghai?

To visit Qinghai Tibetan inhabited areas, you only need to prepare the Chinese Visa in advance. The visa can easily be obtained by yourself in your home country by submitting your application to the local Chinese Embassy. Then you can take a flight to Xining, the provincial capital of Qinghai.

How to travel around Qinghai?

Private vehicle (and driver) hire is the most popular (foreign) tourist transport in Qinghai. Railways: There are two main railways running east-west through Qinghai Province: the Qinghai-Tibet Railway and the Lanzhou-Qinghai Railway.

Is Qinghai Lake worth visiting?

Qinghai Lake provides too much scenery to discover, including breathtaking lake landscapes, mountain ranges, grasslands, horses, and yaks. There are several places to visit surrounding Qinghai Lake, including Erlangjian Scenic Area, Heimahe Town, and Fairy Bay Area.

What are the top attractions in Qinghai?

Key attractions in Qinghai include Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Ta'er Monastery (Kumbum Monastery), Kanbula National Park, and Qarhan Salt Lake.

What unique experiences can I have in Qinghai?

Qinghai offers unique experiences like witnessing the vast Qinghai Lake, exploring the surreal landscapes of Chaka Salt Lake, and immersing yourself in the Tibetan Buddhist culture at Ta'er Monastery. The region is also known for its stunning grasslands and opportunities to see yaks.