The best time to travel to southern Xinjiang is in spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November).?
The climate in southern Xinjiang is relatively mild, and the season suitable for tourism is relatively long. Specifically:?
Spring (March to May): During this time, apricot blossoms, peach blossoms, pomegranate blossoms, and other flowers bloom competitively in southern Xinjiang, making it the best time for flower appreciation and photography. In addition, the climate in spring is also pleasant, suitable for visiting various attractions in southern Xinjiang and experiencing the local cultural customs.?
Autumn (September to November): In autumn, southern Xinjiang is filled with the fragrance of fruits and the climate is even more pleasant. Visiting southern Xinjiang at this time allows you to not only admire natural beauty such as golden poplar forests, but also experience the local ethnic customs and the joy of the harvest season. Especially from October to November, the poplar forests in southern Xinjiang enter their best viewing period, with vast stretches of poplar forests being very spectacular.?
Although southern Xinjiang has its unique scenery and activities in winter (December to February) and summer (June to August), compared to spring and autumn, the travel experience in these two seasons may be slightly inferior. The climate is cold in winter, and some attractions may be closed or roads may be blocked due to snow; while in summer, although the climate is pleasant, there are more tourists, and prices and ticket prices for scenic areas may increase.?
Therefore, if you plan to travel to southern Xinjiang, it is recommended to go in spring or autumn for the best travel experience.?