Manas LakeManas Lake at a Glance
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Manas Lake
Summer months (June-September) are the most practical for visiting, with milder temperatures and passable roads.
Summer
June-September · 15-28°C
Milder temperatures and accessible roads; landscapes are at their most varied.
Winter
November-February · -20--5°C
Severe cold and largely inaccessible; travel is possible only with specialist preparation.
Weather & Climate near Manas Lake
Climate
Manas Lake's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -19°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
Air Quality:
AQI 66
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
48°
Warmest Month
-31°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -19° - -10° | -18° | 5 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.5 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.0h |
| February | Poor | -15° - -5° | -14° | 4 mm | overcast | 71% | 1.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.2h |
| March | Acceptable | -5° - 6° | -2° | 8 mm | partly cloudy | 49% | 2.5 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Excellent | 7° - 20° | 13° | 11 mm | partly cloudy | 38% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 13.4h |
| May | Ideal | 14° - 28° | 21° | 15 mm | some cloud | 29% | 3.8 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.7h |
| June | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 16 mm | partly cloudy | 29% | 3.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.4h |
| July | Ideal | 22° - 35° | 29° | 21 mm | some cloud | 30% | 3.2 m/s | 1.8 very high | 15.1h |
| August | Ideal | 20° - 33° | 27° | 14 mm | some cloud | 29% | 3.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.9h |
| September | Ideal | 14° - 26° | 20° | 12 mm | mostly sunny | 32% | 2.9 m/s | 1.0 high | 12.4h |
| October | Excellent | 5° - 16° | 10° | 9 mm | some cloud | 42% | 2.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.8h |
| November | Acceptable | -5° - 4° | -4° | 8 mm | partly cloudy | 56% | 2.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.4h |
| December | Poor | -14° - -6° | -13° | 7 mm | overcast | 70% | 1.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Manas Lake
Manas Lake lies in Xinjiang; access generally requires road travel from regional centers. Travelers usually reach the area by car or organized tour from larger towns in Xinjiang-check local transport options and permits for border or protected zones.
Tips for Visiting Manas Lake
- Altitude and salt flats can create strong glare-sunglasses are essential for photography and navigation.
- Bring layers; temperatures can swing between cold nights and warm, sunlit days.
- If accessing via local routes in Xinjiang, travel with a guide familiar with road conditions and permitting.