Maqu, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Maqu, China? If you're planning to go to Maqu, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Maqu
- Important essentials for Maqu
- Activities for Maqu
- Maqu in January: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in February: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in March: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in April: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in May: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in June: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in July: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in August: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in September: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in October: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in November: weather and what to pack
- Maqu in December: weather and what to pack

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 Maqu, China
Based on the climate and weather in Maqu, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Maqu, China
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Maqu, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an excellent plane-friendly option.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
General health necessities
Maqu is at a very high altitude, and may result in altitude sickness. For that reason, you will want to pack strong altitude sickness prevention products and treatments.
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Over-the-counter medicine
- Consider asking your doctor about Diamox
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Oximeter to check blood oxygen
Like this
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Supplements
Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some areas of this country may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's wise to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a excellent choice.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, C and I. This one should be appropriate for most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Maqu. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Maqu, China by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Maqu is frosty. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits below 0 F (20+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Goggles for eye protection
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Coveralls
We love:
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Fleece for under jacket
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Insulated boots
The best value
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Thick pajamas
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Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Night cap
It's suggested to wear something on your head at night here like this
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Lip balm
Our pick: here
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Heated gloves
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Neck warmer/ski mask
February
February in Maqu can be extremely cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Fleece for under jacket
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Coveralls
We love:
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Insulated boots
The best value
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Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
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Night cap
It's vital to wear something on your head at night in this weather like this
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Goggles for eye protection
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Lip balm
Our pick: this one
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Heated gloves
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Thick pajamas
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Neck gaiter/cold weather face mask
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Thermal undergarments
We chose:
March
March in this region is cold. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pajamas
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Lip balm
The best pick: this one
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Thermal undergarments
We chose:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Extreme cold weather gloves
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Fleece inner layer
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best choices:
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Heavy sweaters
April
April in Maqu can be brisk. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
May
If you visit Maqu during May, you may notice that it can be brisk. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
June
June in Maqu can be chilly. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
July
If you are traveling to Maqu in July, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
August
August in Maqu is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
September
If you vacation in Maqu during September, you are likely to find that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the 50s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
October
If you are traveling to Maqu in October, you will notice that it is brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the high 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
November
Traveling to Maqu in November, you will notice that it is brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Lip balm
The best choice: this
-
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of the best values:
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
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Pajamas
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Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
December
If you are traveling to Maqu in December, you will notice that it is frigid. Daytime temperatures are in the 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Night cap
It's important to wear something on your head at night in this weather like this
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
-
Heated gloves
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Lip balm
Our pick: here
-
Neck gaiter/cold weather mask
-
Thermal undergarments
Our picks:
-
Coveralls
We like:
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Goggles for eye protection
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Thick pajamas
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