Weather in Ürümqi Today

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Current temperature in Ürümqi: 24°C (75°F). Sunny. Today's high 29°C (84°F), low 16°C (61°F).

Live · Current ConditionsNight
24°
Sunny
RealFeel® 22°C
26%Dry
High29°
Low16°
2km/hSWind fromSouth· Max 14
Light Breeze · Gusts 33 km/h
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Today's Daylight Forecast

Clear sky
Fri, Sep 1110:30 PMNight
12h 44m daylight today24h view
Sunrise7:44 AMDawn 7:14 AM
Total daylight12h 44mNoon 2:06 PMTotal 12h 44m
Sunset8:28 PMDusk 8:58 PM
NowClear sky+24°C

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Health & Activity Advice
✅ Good for OutdoorsAQI 59 · Moderate

Air quality and UV are both favourable great conditions for a walk, run, or outdoor activity.

5-Day Weather Forecast

Full 15-Day Forecast

Atmospheric Details

Wind
2 km/h
S · Light Breeze · Max 14 km/h
Humidity
26 %
Low · dry air
UV Index
6
High
Visibility
16 km
Excellent
Pressure
921 hPa
Low · change likely
Dew Point
3°C
Dry air

Today vs Normal

29°C+2° above normal

The long-term average high for today is 27°C.

15 of the last 28 days with published data ran above normal.

It continues that pattern - today's forecast is also running above normal.

2026-08-28: 33°C33°2026-08-29: 35°C35°2026-08-30: 38°C38°2026-08-31: 36°C36°2026-09-01: 25°C25°2026-09-02: 19°C19°2026-09-03: 23°C23°2026-09-04: 25°C25°2026-09-05: 25°C25°2026-09-06: 26°C26°2026-09-07: 29°C29°2026-09-08: 31°C31°

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Air Quality
Moderate

Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.

Health & Activity Advice

✅ Good for Outdoors

UV index is 6 today — moderate. Sunscreen is worth using for extended time outside, but no special precautions are needed for short trips.

Air quality is acceptable for most people. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.

Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.

Nearby Regional Outlook

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Ürümqi?

The hottest month in Ürümqi is typically July, with daytime highs averaging around 31.2°C (88°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 20°C (68°F).

What is the coldest month in Ürümqi?

The coldest month in Ürümqi is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around -16°C (3°F) and daytime highs near -8.2°C (17°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Freezing overnight temperatures are common during this month, so plan for icy conditions in the early morning.

Does Ürümqi have a rainy season?

Ürümqi doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. May is the wettest month on average (about 32 mm), while January is the driest (about 8 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Ürümqi?

The best time to visit Ürümqi is typically September, when daytime highs average a comfortable 23.1°C (74°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 22 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Is Ürümqi's air quality safe right now?

As of the latest reading, Ürümqi's air quality index (AQI) is 59, rated "Moderate", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is acceptable, though unusually sensitive individuals may notice minor effects.