Kuqa experiences a moderate climate with distinct seasonal variations. In spring, the weather gradually warms up from late February to early May, with temperatures rising from around 0°C in February to an average of 9°C by March, and further increasing into April and May, reaching highs of up to 20°C. Summer months are warm and dry, with temperatures rarely dropping below 15°C at night and often soaring above 30°C during the day. Autumn is generally mild, with temperatures gradually cooling down from late September, averaging around 10-15°C in October and November, before dropping further into winter. Winters are cold, with temperatures often dipping below 0°C, particularly in January and February, when it can get as low as -20°C.