Winters in Urumqi are long and cold, with temperatures often dropping below -20°C in January and February. Spring brings a gradual warming trend, with temperatures rising steadily from March to May. Summers are hot and dry, with July typically being the hottest month, but temperatures can still reach scorching highs of over 40°C. Autumn is mild and relatively short, with temperatures cooling down gradually from September to November. The coldest months are January and December, while the warmest months are June and July.