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Alashankou, China

Xinjiang · China

Alashankou is a small city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 8,525. Elevation: 1,007 ft (307 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

8,525 Population 18/sq mi density
1,007 ft Elevation 307 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
7.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population8,525
Density18/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain7.3 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Population8,525
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Coordinates45.1702°, 82.5698°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation7.3 inches (186 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.6 inches (4 cm)

About Alashankou

Alashankou is a small city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 8,525. The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet (307 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 9°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 7.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Alashankou

Alashankou has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 116 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 1.7
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 5.6
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 16.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 23.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 4.5
Alashankou experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 70°F. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 7.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,007 feet.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below China avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area482.3 sq mi (1,249.2 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates45.1702°N, 82.5698°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 7.3"
81% below China avg
Snowfall 1.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.14"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

74 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 23, 2025.

Aug 8, 2017 102 km NNW of Xinyuan, China M6.3 99 km
Aug 8, 2017 102 km SSE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M5.3 92 km
Dec 10, 2000 44 km ENE of Huocheng, China M5.2 142 km
Aug 8, 2017 105 km SSE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M5.2 95 km
Dec 17, 1991 107 km NNE of Xinyuan, China M4.9 130 km
Aug 2, 2013 66 km NNW of Xinyuan, China M4.9 135 km
Apr 22, 2011 30 km NNE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.9 38 km
Apr 20, 2008 Kazakhstan-Xinjiang border region M4.9 99 km
Feb 20, 2003 52 km NNE of Huocheng, China M4.9 133 km
Nov 30, 1996 46 km E of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.9 40 km
Jan 22, 2015 68 km N of Xinyuan, China M4.8 140 km
Oct 16, 2011 northern Xinjiang, China M4.8 103 km
Aug 9, 2017 105 km NNW of Xinyuan, China M4.7 97 km
Aug 4, 2013 60 km ENE of Huocheng, China M4.7 126 km
Aug 25, 2004 99 km ESE of Sarkand, Kazakhstan M4.7 112 km
Apr 1, 2003 91 km E of Sarkand, Kazakhstan M4.7 118 km
Aug 20, 2004 90 km SW of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.7 88 km
Jul 6, 2025 94 km N of Xinyuan, China M4.7 120 km
Feb 10, 2012 102 km NNE of Xinyuan, China M4.7 138 km
May 21, 2018 97 km S of Urzhar, Kazakhstan M4.6 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 9°F (-13°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.3 in
March 32°F (0°C) 0.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.7 in
May 65°F (19°C) 1.1 in
June 75°F (24°C) 1.1 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 1.0 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.7 in
September 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 0.4 in
December 17°F (-9°C) 0.3 in

Alashankou has a seasonal temperature swing of 70°F / from 9°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 7.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.1") and January the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Alashankou

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alashankou City Middle School
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Radio Stations near Alashankou

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Alashankou

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alashankou Hotel
Alashankou Longquan Hotel
Arc de Triomphe business hotel 80yuan for foreigners
Speak Russian hotel 130yuan accept foreigners

Restaurants in Alashankou

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

very good ban mian

Train Stations in Alashankou

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alashankou
Bole East

Bus Stations in Alashankou

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alashankou International Passenger Terminal

Gas Stations in Alashankou

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1098574348

Banks in Alashankou

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ABC
China Construction Bank
ICBC
State Grid

Airports Near Alashankou

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bole Alashankou AirportBPLMedium Airport

Post Offices in Alashankou

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
China Post

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

🇨🇳 About China

Capital Beijing
Population 1,411,778,724
Area 9,596,960 km²
GDP (USD) $18,270,356,654,533
GDP per capita $12,951
HDI 0.788
Life expectancy 78.0 years
Internet users 90.6%
Urban population 65.5%
Currency CNY (Yuan Renminbi)
Languages Chinese
Calling code +86
TLD .cn
Driving side right

Public Holidays in China

6 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元旦
Feb 17 Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) 春节
May 1 Labour Day 劳动节
Jun 19 Dragon Boat Festival 端午节
Sep 25 Mid-Autumn Festival 中秋节
Oct 1 National Day 国庆节

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alashankou

What is the population of Alashankou?

Alashankou has a population of 8,525 residents and is located in China. The population density is 18 people per square mile, spread across 482.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Alashankou?

Alashankou has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 7.3 inches, with 1.6 inches of snow.

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