Lanzhou Annual Temperature Overview

  • January: -4°C (24°F) ― 1°C (34°F)

  • February: -1°C (30°F) ― 5°C (41°F)

  • March: 2°C (36°F) ― 12°C (54°F)

  • April: 9°C (48°F) ― 18°C (64°F)

  • May: 14°C (57°F) ― 22°C (72°F)

  • June: 17°C (63°F) ― 26°C (79°F)

  • July: 17°C (63°F) ― 28°C (82°F)

  • August: 16°C (61°F) ― 27°C (81°F)

  • September: 10°C (50°F) ― 21°C (70°F)

  • October: 4°C (39°F) ― 17°C (63°F)

  • November: -4°C (25°F) ― 8°C (46°F)

  • December: -10°C (14°F) ― 2°C (36°F)

Lanzhou Monthly Climate, Clothing Tips, and Travel Suggestions

January: Cold Dry Winter

  • Season: Winter

  • Average Temperature: Low -4°C (24°F), High 1°C (34°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Heavy winter coat, thermal layers, gloves, hat

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Rare precipitation but carry one in case of light snow

February: Still Chilly with Slight Warming

  • Season: Winter

  • Average Temperature: Low -1°C (30°F), High 5°C (41°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Snow/rain is low, but wind protection is helpful

March: Transitioning to Spring

  • Season: Spring

  • Average Temperature: Low 2°C (36°F), High 12°C (54°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Light jacket, layered clothing

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Weather can be variable; light umbrella recommended

April: Spring Mild Weather

  • Season: Spring

  • Average Temperature: Low 9°C (48°F), High 18°C (64°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Light jacket, long-sleeve shirts

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Occasional rain; bring an umbrella

May: Comfortable Late Spring

  • Season: Spring

  • Average Temperature: Low 14°C (57°F), High 22°C (72°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Long sleeves, T-shirts

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Light showers possible

June: Early Summer Warmth

  • Season: Summer

  • Average Temperature: Low 17°C (63°F), High 26°C (79°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Lightweight clothing, breathable fabrics

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Rain increases; umbrella useful

July: Warmest Month

  • Season: Summer

  • Average Temperature: Low 17°C (63°F), High 28°C (82°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Shorts, T-shirts, sun protection

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Useful for sun & possible rain

August: Summer Continues

  • Season: Summer

  • Average Temperature: Low 16°C (61°F), High 27°C (81°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Light, breathable clothes

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Rainy periods are common

September: Early Autumn

  • Season: Autumn

  • Average Temperature: Low 10°C (50°F), High 21°C (70°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Light jackets, long sleeves

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Rain less frequent, but good to have one

October: Mild Autumn

  • Season: Autumn

  • Average Temperature: Low 4°C (39°F), High 17°C (63°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Sweaters, jackets

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Rain rare

November: Cool Late Autumn

  • Season: Autumn

  • Average Temperature: Low -4°C (25°F), High 8°C (46°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Warm coat, layered clothing

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Unlikely

December: Winter Begins

  • Season: Winter

  • Average Temperature: Low -10°C (14°F), High 2°C (36°F)

  • Clothing Suggestions: Heavy winter gear, gloves, scarf

  • Do You Need an Umbrella? Snow/rain rare but possible

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