Hohhot, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Hohhot, China? If you're planning to go to Hohhot, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Hohhot, China

Based on the climate and weather in Hohhot, the best time to go is June. See below for details.

Important essentials for Hohhot, China

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hohhot, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly choice.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards frequently wear away. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Hohhot, China by month

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January

January here is unbearably cold. Temperatures average in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

February

If you go to Hohhot in February, you will notice that it is freezing. Daytime temperatures are in the low 30s F (single digits below 0 C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

March

March in this region can be very chilly. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

April

April for Hohhot can be chilly. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

May

If you are traveling to Hohhot in May, you will notice that it is mild and very dry. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

June

June in Hohhot is warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

July

If you vacation in Hohhot during July, you might notice that it is extremely warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

August

If you vacation in Hohhot during August, you will probably find that it is warm. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

September

If you visit Hohhot during September, you are likely to notice that it is mild. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 40s F (single digits C). Humidity is generally between 40 and 50% during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

October

Traveling to Hohhot in October, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

November

November in Hohhot can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C). With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 40% to 50% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

December

December is unbearably cold. Temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.

What to wear/what to pack:

Mosques often require certain dress, so if you want to see the stunning The Great Mosque, take the following:

Note that there may be restrictions on who may enter the building; it is best to check with the Hohhot tourism authority.

If you visit the Inner Mongolia Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:

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