When is the best season to visit Mogao Grottoes?

Information about the best time to visit Mogao Grottoes:

The best tourist season is from May to October every year. Dunhuang is deep inland, blocked by high mountains and far away from humid ocean air currents. It has an extremely dry continental climate, with an average annual temperature of 9.3°C, an average temperature of 24.7°C in July, and 9.3°C in January. It is dry and rainless all year round, with a huge temperature difference between day and night.

Mogao Grottoes opening hours:

The opening hours are divided into low and peak seasons: April 1st - October 31st (peak season) 8:00-18:00, 15:30 Closing of admission; November 1st to March 31st of the following year (off-season) 9:00-17:30 and 14:30.

You can also pay attention to the following precautions when visiting the Mogao Grottoes:

1. It is not recommended for tourists to go directly to the caves. You can reserve tickets online in advance and go to the digital center to visit as a souvenir. You can also Take the shuttle bus to the cave.

2. The cave is not open during rainy days or bad weather such as sandstorms.

3. Tourists are allowed to bring their own small bags and water in the scenic area.