What clothes should I bring to Xinjiang in October?
Xinjiang in October: 'Early morning and late night winter, midday autumn': three-piece set including fleece, down jacket, and windproof shell; thinner for southern Xinjiang, winter clothing recommended for northern Xinjiang and mountainous areas. What clothes should you bring to Xinjiang in October? This includes the most frequently asked questions and answers for traveling to Xinjiang: documents, safety, season, altitude, drivers and guides, and dietary restrictions. Spend three minutes to understand before your trip.
- Northern Xinjiang/Mountain Areas: Kanas, Hemu mornings and evenings around 0°C, thick down jackets, fleece, warm hats and gloves; for hiking, add a waterproof shell.
- Southern Xinjiang: Kashgar, Hotan daytime 15–22°C, single layer, light jacket; at Pamir route altitude 3000m, down jackets are still needed.
- General: Sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses are still essential; choose waterproof and warm shoes; bright-colored long skirts for photos can be brought, just put a jacket over them.
- Luggage: Follow the "onion style" layering with multiple thin layers for easy stacking; leave space in the suitcase for souvenirs.