The best time to travel to southern Xinjiang is from March to November. Here is a detailed analysis:
Spring (March to May): It is the flowering season in southern Xinjiang. Various flowers such as rape flowers, apricot flowers, cherry blossoms, and magnolias are in full bloom, creating a colorful and breathtaking scene. Especially the apricot flowers at the Kuche王府 (王府 should be translated as ‘王府 Palace’ or ‘王府 Mansion’ depending on context, but here it’s retained as is) attract a large number of tourists every spring.
Summer (June to August): Although it is hot, it is also one of the most beautiful seasons in southern Xinjiang. At this time, everything is lush and green. The Mysterious Grand Canyon of Tianshan and the Large and Small Dragon Ponds are both good places to escape the summer heat, bringing people a unique sense of comfort.
Autumn (September to November): The sky is blue, the sunshine is bright, and the temperature is pleasant. At this time, most fruits and vegetables have matured, making it a good time to taste local delicacies. Moreover, the Populus euphratica forests turn golden in mid-October to early November, which is the best time to admire them.
In addition, autumn in southern Xinjiang is picturesque and is the golden season for tourism.
Although southern Xinjiang is cold in winter (December to February), the snow scenery is very spectacular. You can enjoy the old Xinjiang dwellings covered with snow, which has a unique charm.
However, due to climatic reasons, some scenic spots may not be suitable for visiting, so it is not the best tourist season.
In summary, each season in southern Xinjiang has its unique beautiful scenery and suitable tourist activities. Tourists can choose the appropriate season to visit according to their own time and interests.