Turpan, China: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2021]
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Contents
- When to go to Turpan
- Important essentials for Turpan
- Turpan in January: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in February: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in March: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in April: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in May: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in June: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in July: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in August: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in September: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in October: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in November: weather and what to pack
- Turpan in December: weather and what to pack
When to go to Turpan, China
Based on the climate and weather in Turpan, the best time to go is September. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Turpan, China
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Turpan, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
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)
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types A, C and I. This one works in most areas, but you should check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- A SIM card that works in Turpan. 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
- If you plan to visit a mosque, pack clothing that covers the knees and shoulders
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Turpan visitors tend to 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 Turpan, China by month
January
January in Turpan can be bitter cold. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the single digits F (10+ below zero C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Goggles for eye protection our pick
- Lip balm
- Insulated water bottle
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Thermal undergarments. We like:
- Neck gaiter/cold weather face mask our favorite
- Heated socks. We found these to be the best
- Extreme cold weather gear
- Heated gloves
- Insulated boots:
- Thick pajamas
- Fleece for under jacket
- Coveralls; We pick:
February
February in Turpan can be very chilly. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Fleeces
- Lip balm
- Pajamas
- Coveralls; here are some of the best values:
- Thermal undergarments. Our choice is:
- Gloves
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Heavy sweaters:
- Scarf our favorite
March
Traveling to Turpan in March, you will notice that it is crisp. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Socks
- Jacket or coat
- Light gloves or mittens
- Fleeces
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Standard footwear
April
If you visit Turpan during April, you may find that it is warm and very dry with almost no rain.
Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (single digits C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light footwear
- Skirts
- Shorts or short pants
- Bug repellent
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Dresses
- Sunscreen lotion
- Sandals
May
If you are traveling to Turpan in May, you will notice that it is extremely hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Insulated water bottle
- Bug repellent
- Skirts
- Dresses
- Short sleeve shirts
- Waterproof sandals
- Sunglasses
- Shorts
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
June
If you go to Turpan in June, you will notice that it is unbearably hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Thin short sleeve shirts
- Lightweight 'harem' pants
- Insulated water bottle
- Protecting pants will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. These are our favorites:
- High-SPF sunscreen lotion:
- Tank tops
- Bug repellent
- Personal cooling fan, such as this
- Skirts
- Sandals
- Light dresses
- Light linen shorts
- Sunglasses
July
July in Turpan can be sizzling and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 100s F (high 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Thin short sleeve shirts
- Thin tank or crop tops
- Waterproof sandals
- Insects may be a problem here. We recommend these bug repellents:
- Insulated water bottle
- Light skirts
- Sarong like this one
- Protecting pants will keep you protected from UV rays while also cool. These are our favorites:
- Lightweight 'harem' pants
- Personal cooling fan our recommendation
- High protection sunglasses; we suggest:
- High-SPF sunscreen lotion like one of these
August
Traveling to Turpan in August, you will notice that it can be blisteringly hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the high 90s F (high 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light linen shorts
- Personal cooling fan, such as this
- Bug repellent
- Insulated water bottle
- Lightweight 'harem' pants
- Sandals
- Skirts
- Thin short sleeve shirts
- High-SPF sunscreen lotion:
- Light dresses
- UV protecting legwear will keep you safe from UV rays while also cool. These are our favorites:
- Tank tops
- Sunglasses
September
September can be sweltering and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (low 30s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Insulated water bottle
- Bug repellent
- Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
- Waterproof sandals
- Shorts
- Dresses
- Skirts
- Sunglasses
- Short sleeve shirts
October
Traveling to Turpan in October, you will notice that it is mild and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Long skirts
- Standard footwear
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Pants or jeans
- Socks
- Light jacket or fleece
November
November here is brisk. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Heavy jacket
- Sweaters
- Warm pants or jeans
- Lip balm
- Insulated water bottle
- Heavy socks, such as:
- Gloves or mittens
- Cold weather footwear
December
December in this region is very cold. Temperatures average in the low 30s F (single digits C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Very heavy socks, or heated socks like these
- Coveralls; here are some of our favorites:
- Scarf our favorite
- Lip balm
- Gloves
- Pajamas
- Fleeces
- Insulated boots. We use:
- Thermal undergarments. We like:
- Heavy sweaters:
- Multiple layer jacket shell:
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