Qinghai, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Qinghai, China? If you're planning to go to Qinghai, this is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Qinghai
- Important essentials for Qinghai
- Activities for Qinghai
- Qinghai in January: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in February: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in March: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in April: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in May: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in June: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in July: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in August: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in September: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in October: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai in November: weather and what to pack
- Qinghai 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 Qinghai, China
Based on the climate and weather in Qinghai, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Qinghai, China
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Qinghai, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly choice.
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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 often wear out. An unreadable vaccination card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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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).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of protection available.
General health necessities
Qinghai 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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Oximeter to check blood oxygen
Like this
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Over-the-counter medicine
- Consider asking your doctor about Diamox
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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 important to bring a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a superb value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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For families with young children
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Qinghai. 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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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, C and I. This one is sufficent for most places, but you should check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Qinghai, China by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Qinghai can be bitter cold. 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 boots
The best value
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Fleece for under jacket
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Goggles for eye protection
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Thick pajamas
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Extreme cold weather gear
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Night cap
It's a good idea to wear a head protector at night in this climate like this
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
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Coveralls
We love:
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Thermal undergarments
We suggest:
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Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
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Lip balm
Our pick: here
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Neck gaiter/cold weather mask
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Heated gloves
February
February in this region is beyond freezing. Temperatures average in the 20s F (single digits below 0 C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Night cap
It's suggested to wear something on your head at night in this weather like this
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Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
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Fleece for under jacket
-
Coveralls
We like:
-
Thermal undergarments
We chose:
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Extreme cold weather gear
-
Neck warmer/cold weather mask
-
Thick pajamas
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Insulated water bottle
Our favorite:
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Heated gloves
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this one
March
March is frosty. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Heated gloves
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Thick pajamas
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Night cap
It's suggested to wear a cap at night in this climate like this
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Coveralls
We love:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
-
Lip balm
Our pick: here
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Neck gaiter/cold weather face mask
April
April here is pretty cool. Temperatures average in the low 40s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Lip balm
The best choice: this
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Thermal undergarments
Our choice is:
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Pajamas
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Heavy sweaters
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Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
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Insulated ice boots
We use:
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Fleece inner layer
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Scarf/neck warmer
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Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
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Very heavy heated socks
Like these
May
If you go to Qinghai in May, you will notice that it is brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
June
If you are traveling to Qinghai in June, you will notice that it is brisk. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
July
July in Qinghai is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
August
August in Qinghai is crisp. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the 30s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
September
September in this region is cold. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
October
October in Qinghai is cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Lip balm
The best choice: this one
-
Heavy sweaters
-
Coveralls/snow pants
Here are some of our favorites:
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are a great value:
-
Insulated ice boots
We use:
-
Scarf/neck warmer
-
Extreme cold weather gloves
-
Fleece inner layer
-
Pajamas
-
Very heavy heated socks
Like these
-
Thermal undergarments
We chose:
November
November in Qinghai is very cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C), with several days below 0 F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
December
December in Qinghai is beyond 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:
-
Heated socks.
We've found
these to be the best
-
Extreme cold weather gear
-
Fleece for under jacket
-
Thermal undergarments
We like:
-
Night cap
It's a good idea to wear something on your head at night here like this
-
Neck warmer/cold weather face mask
-
Insulated boots
The best value
-
Thick pajamas
-
Extreme weather jacket shell
These are an excellent value:
-
Goggles for eye protection
-
Coveralls
We love:
-
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
-
Heated gloves
-
Lip balm
Our pick: this
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