Jiayu Pass
Jiayuguan, China UNESCO World Heritage Site
Jiayu Pass is a mountain pass and a UNESCO World Heritage Site that forms part of the Great Wall of China. It is a Major Historical and Cultural Site Protected at the National Level and is recognized as a Chinese AAAAA-rated tourist attraction.
Planning a visit
The weather is warmest from June to August, with daily highs reaching about 28 °C. The coldest period is between December and February, when daily highs stay between -4 °C and 0 °C. Rainfall is relatively low throughout the year, with the highest monthly amount being about 27 mm in July.
Jiayuguan International Airport is the nearest airport, located 12 km from the site. Jiayu Pass is approximately 1,550 km from Beijing. Admission to the site costs ¥110.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 28 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | -4 | 1 | 7 | 16 | 21 | 26 | 28 | 26 | 21 | 13 | 5 | -2 |
| Average low, °C | -13 | -10 | -5 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 14 | 9 | 2 | -5 | -11 |
| Rainfall, mm | 2 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 11 | 20 | 27 | 22 | 14 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Rainy days | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
