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What is the best time to visit Kashgar?
Reviewed 2026-09-19 · Conditions and policies can change
Direct answer
May-October (best: September-October) is generally the best period to visit Kashgar. The right choice still depends on your tolerance for weather, crowds and seasonal scenery.
What to know
- ●Typical conditions: Continental desert — hot summers (25-35°C), cold winters (-12 to 2°C).
- ●The destination is especially well suited to adventure travelers, silk road enthusiasts, photographers.
- ●Sunday livestock bazaar starts at 7am — go early
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