Maqu, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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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
- 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
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 esssentials 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.
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.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- proof of COVID-19 vaccination if you have it
- vaccine card protector
- N95 masks for top protection
- kids' KN95 masks
- hand sanitizer
- touchless thermometer
- travel disinfecting wipes (for plane, etc)
- Consider asking your doctor about Diamox
- Oximeter to check blood oxygen, like this
- Ibuprofen
- Ginko biloba or other supplements (ask your doctor before using)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, C and I. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- 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 locations you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Yegainnyin visitors may do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
What to wear/what to pack for Maqu, China by month
January
January in Maqu is freezing. 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:
- Neck gaiter/ski mask our favorite
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Thermal undergarments. Our picks:
- Insulated water bottle
- Insulated boots:
- Coveralls; We love:
- Heated socks. We found these to be the best
- Extreme cold weather gear
- Heated gloves
- Lip balm
- Fleece for under jacket
- Goggles for eye protection our pick
- Thick pajamas
February
February is frigid. Temperatures average in the 30s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Extreme cold weather gear
- Fleece for under jacket
- Neck gaiter/cold weather mask our favorite
- Lip balm
- Heated socks. We found these to be the best
- Thick pajamas
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Goggles for eye protection our pick
- Coveralls; We like:
- Insulated water bottle
- Insulated boots:
- Thermal undergarments. We suggest:
- Heated gloves
March
March in Maqu is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 10s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Scarf our favorite
- Fleeces
- Coveralls; here are some of the best values:
- Thermal undergarments. We love:
- Lip balm
- Gloves
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Heavy sweaters:
- Pajamas
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
April
If you are traveling to Maqu in April, you will notice that it is pretty cool. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Gloves or mittens
- Heavy jacket
- Sweaters
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Insulated water bottle
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Cold weather footwear
May
May in Maqu is cold. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) to 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Socks
- Fleeces
- Light gloves or mittens
- Jacket or coat
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Standard footwear
June
June here is relatively cool. Temperatures average in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Warm pants or jeans
- Socks
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Light gloves or mittens
- Standard footwear
July
July in Maqu can be chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Standard footwear
- Long skirts
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Pants or jeans
- Socks
- Dresses
- Light jacket or fleece
August
If you vacation in Maqu during August, you will probably notice that it is relatively cool.
Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Warm pants or jeans
- Light gloves or mittens
- Jacket or coat
- Fleeces
- Socks
- Lip balm
- Standard footwear
September
If you visit 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:
- Lip balm
- Jacket or coat
- Light gloves or mittens
- Fleeces
- Warm pants or jeans
- Socks
- Standard footwear
October
October in Maqu is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Lip balm
- Gloves or mittens
- Sweaters
- Insulated water bottle
- Warm pants or jeans
- Heavy jacket
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Cold weather footwear
November
If you are 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:
- Pajamas
- Coveralls; here are some of the best values:
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Thermal undergarments. We love:
- Lip balm
- Heavy sweaters:
- Fleeces
- Scarf our favorite
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Gloves
December
December in Maqu is freezing. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits below 0 F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Thick pajamas
- Extreme cold weather gear
- Insulated boots:
- Thermal undergarments. We chose:
- Goggles for eye protection our pick
- Heated socks. We found these to be the best
- Fleece for under jacket
- Lip balm
- Coveralls; We love:
- Insulated water bottle
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Heated gloves
- Neck warmer/ski mask our favorite
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