The best months to travel to Xinjiang are from May to October. Specifically:?
May to June: At this time, the grasslands in the Yili region are lush and green, with wildflowers blooming in competition. The ice and snow on Sayram Lake begin to melt, and the lake water and snow-capped mountains complement each other, creating an excellent opportunity to admire natural scenery. In addition, the lavender fields in Yili are also a major highlight of this season.?
July to August: Temperatures rise across Xinjiang, and fruits and vegetables ripen in succession, making it a good time to taste local delicacies. At the same time, it is also the peak season for visiting scenic spots in northern Xinjiang such as Kanas and Hemu, where the scenery is breathtaking but relatively crowded with tourists. In addition, Xinjiang’s nightlife is rich in summer, with various food festivals and ethnic festivals frequently held, allowing visitors to deeply experience the local culture.?
September to October: Autumn in Xinjiang seems like nature has overturned its palette, colorful and vibrant. The trees in Kanas turn golden, and the Populus euphratica forests also present a charming golden hue, making it a paradise for photographers. At this time, the Populus euphratica forests in southern Xinjiang are also a major attraction, with the thousand-year-old Populus euphratica forests leaving people in awe.?
In addition, the apricot blossom rain in southern Xinjiang from March to the end of April and the winter snowscape from January to early March of the next year are also unique experiences for tourism in Xinjiang. However, relatively speaking, May to October is the most commonly recommended best travel period.?