Lanzhou Weather

Overview
Lanzhou is located in the temperate zone and enjoys a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold and very dry winters. In general,the weather is warm and dry due to less rainfall. Lanzhou is city with lots of sunlight through the whold year, on average there are 2142 hours of sunshine per year. Total annual Precipitation averages 316.1 mm which is equivalent to 316.1 Litres/m2, the rainy months are from June to September. As for the temperature, tThe annual average temperature is 9.3?, the highest temperature can reach 40? and lowest in winter under -14?. What's more,there is a large temperature difference between day and night in Lanzhou.

Seasonal Variations/ When to Go
According to the seasonal variations in Lanzhou,spring and summer are short, while autumn and winter have relatively long period.the best time to travel to Lanzhou is from Many to October. During this period, the temperature is most suitable for sightseeing. If you are interested in local Lanzhou folk culture,you plan travel to Lanzou during winter since many festivals will be hold in Lanzhou.

Spring (March-May)
Spring in Lanzhou is from March to April. The weather is changeable and the high season for dust weather. The During this season,the air quality is not very good and the air outside is full of the smell of loess, which decreases the visibility.

Summer (June -August)
Summer in Lanzhou is quite short but not too hot compared to some other cities in China. The average is around 20?, but the highest temperature can reach 40?. Actually, the hot weather above 35? just lasts for less than 10 days.

Autumn (September-November)
Autumn in Lanzhou sees a rapid decrease in temperature. Since middle September to November, it is usually sunny in daytime, and a passing shower in evening.

Winter (December-Februray)
Winter in Lanzhou are long, cold, and extremely dry, making them not a very recommendable time to visit the city. Just like in many parts of the northern region of the country, in Lanzhou, spring and fall are practically non-existent.


Weather Tips for Lanzhou Tour
1) The annual precipitation is 328 millimetres, which is concentrated during the Summer, so pack an umbrella. The best season is usually from May to October when the temperature is most suitable. If local folk customs like festivals appeal to you, Winter can be a good tourist season.

2) In Winter, a warm coat, scarf, gloves, hat, and boots are needed.  All year round, a warm coat is a necessity on your trip to Lanzhou since the temperature can drop considerably in the evening. Other things to carry with you are a bottle of water and sun protection, especially a lip balm.