Climatic characteristics of Kashgar, Xinjiang

Kashi region is located in the abdomen of Central Asia, restricted by geographical environment, and belongs to the continental arid climate zone of warm temperate zone. The four seasons in this area are distinct, the illumination time is long, the annual and daily temperature changes greatly, the precipitation is scarce and evaporation is strong. Summer is hot, but the hot summer period is short; There is no severe cold in winter, but the low temperature period is long; It is windy, windy and dusty in spring and summer. Due to the complex terrain and great climate difference, it can be roughly divided into five regions:

First, the climate zone of Kashgar Plain. Including the vast alluvial plain areas in northern and central Kashgar, the annual average temperature is11.4℃ ~1.7℃, the annual precipitation is 39 ~ 664 mm, and the four seasons are distinct. The annual and daily changes of temperature are large, and the precipitation changes significantly. Long sunshine time, strong evaporation and dry climate. The low temperature period in winter is long and the summer is long and hot. The temperature rises rapidly in spring, and it is often very cold in late spring; Autumn is short and the temperature drops quickly. There are many strong winds and sandstorms in spring. Days of frequent floating dust.

Second, the desert desert climate zone. South of Kashgar, east of Mohammad and northeast of Yecheng belong to Taklimakan Desert. The continental climate is extremely remarkable, with the annual average temperature exceeding 1 1 13. Winter is cold, summer is hot, and the temperature changes dramatically. Precipitation is scarce, the climate is dry, the annual precipitation is below 40 mm, there are many sandstorms and strong sunshine.

Third, the mountainous and hilly climate zone. In the middle of Yecheng, north of Bachu and Jiashi, in the hilly areas of Shufu, Yengisar and West shache, the altitude is 1500 ~ 3000m. The annual average temperature is below 1 1℃, the winter is long and the summer is short, and the annual precipitation is over 70 mm, mainly in summer, with occasional heavy rain or even torrential rain and flash floods. The mountainous valley area has a suitable climate, with hot summer and warm winter.

Fourth, the Pamirs climate zone. Mainly Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County. The annual average temperature is below 5℃, with long and cold winters and mild summers. There is less precipitation, mainly concentrated in spring and summer. There are many windy days, plenty of sunshine, strong radiation and sunny weather.

5. Kunlun Mountain Climate Zone. It mainly includes the south of Tashkurgan Tajik Autonomous County and the south of Yecheng County. The annual average temperature is below 5℃, the mountain peaks are covered with snow all year round, the climate is cold, the air is dry, there is low pressure and lack of oxygen, there are many storms, and the weather is changeable. The whole year can be divided into cold and warm seasons.