January (i.e., the first month of the lunar calendar) is not suitable for traveling to southern Xinjiang. The climate of southern Xinjiang is basically unaffected by ice and snow, and spring comes early. However, from January to March, the temperature is still relatively low, and the scenery is relatively monotonous, so it is not the best time to visit southern Xinjiang.
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Climatic Factors: In January in Xinjiang, the temperature is relatively low. Although there is a large temperature difference between indoors and outdoors, and proper insulation measures can help cope with the cold, the overall tourism experience may not be as comfortable as in other seasons.
Scenery Characteristics: In January, southern Xinjiang has not yet entered spring, and flowers such as apricot blossoms and peach blossoms have not yet blossomed. In addition, snowy landscapes are not the main feature of southern Xinjiang, so the scenery is relatively plain.
Tourist Seasons: The tourist season in southern Xinjiang is about four months longer than that in northern Xinjiang, but it is still not suitable for tourism from January to March each year. Starting from April, southern Xinjiang gradually enters the best period for tourism. For example, you can see apricot blossoms and peach blossoms in April and May, while June, July, August, and September are the seasons when fruits ripen. After October, you can see the golden autumn poplars like胡杨 (Populus euphratica)
In summary, considering factors such as climate, scenery, and tourist seasons, January is not the best time to visit southern Xinjiang. If you plan to travel to southern Xinjiang, it is recommended to choose other months from spring to autumn to appreciate the richer and more colorful natural scenery and cultural landscapes of southern Xinjiang.