Hotan Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Hotan, China, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 34°C (93°F) in July to 2°C (36°F) in January.
Rain/snowfall is extremely rare, with only 79 mm (3.1 in) falling across the entire year. October is the sunniest month, averaging 8.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Hotan
In Hotan, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in July, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 2°C (36°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 20°C (68°F) in July to around -9°C (16°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Hotan
Hotan sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Year-round, Hotan has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, August, with 15 mm (0.6 in), and the driest month, December, with 2.4 mm (0.1 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Hotan Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Hotan
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Hotan. While October receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.7 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.1 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Hotan by Month
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Hotan.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 54%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 29%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Hotan
The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in January, February, September, October, November and December and higher in March, April, May, June, July and August. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Hotan 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Hotan
The best time to visit Hotan is during April, May, September and October, when the dry conditions provide ideal temperatures between 21°C (71°F) and 29°C (83°F). With minimal rainfall throughout the year, you can expect consistently clear, sunny days.While rain is rare, remember to stay hydrated and protect yourself from the sun while you're outside. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
