About Qilian, Qinghai's Climate & Weather History

With a population of around 25,600, Qilian sits in Qinghai, China. The city operates in the China Standard Time zone.

In 2025, Qilian recorded an average annual temperature of 38°F. The hottest temperatures reached 82°F in July; the coolest were -14°F in January. Total precipitation for the year was 17 inches, with the wettest month being August. Snowfall for the year totaled approximately 10 inches.