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Aqsu, China

Xinjiang · China

Aqsu is a major city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 535,657. Elevation: 3,671 ft (1,119 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

535,657 Population 96/sq mi density
3,671 ft Elevation 1,119 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
3.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population535,657
Density96/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain3.0 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,671 ft (1,119 m)
Population535,657
Population Density96 / sq mi
Elevation3,671 ft (1,119 m)
Coordinates41.1842°, 80.2792°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation3.0 inches (77 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)

About Aqsu

Aqsu is a major city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 535,657. The city sits at an elevation of 3,671 feet (1,119 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Aqsu

Aqsu has an average annual temperature of 11.9°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 145 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -6.2°C / 21°F -14.2° / 3.6° 1.6
Feb -0.8°C / 31°F -10.1° / 11.6° 3.4
Mar 7.4°C / 45°F -3.3° / 22.3° 5.6
Apr 14.9°C / 59°F 1.2° / 29.9° 8.1
May 20.4°C / 69°F 7° / 34.2° 20.3
Jun 24.8°C / 77°F 12.7° / 36.9° 15.8
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 17.3° / 39.6° 22.6
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 14.3° / 37° 41.3
Sep 20.4°C / 69°F 8.9° / 32.9° 16.1
Oct 11.8°C / 53°F 2.6° / 25.3° 6.3
Nov 2.7°C / 37°F -6.9° / 16.4° 2.5
Dec -5.4°C / 22°F -13° / 4.4° 1.0
Aqsu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 330 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 3.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,671 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below China avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,671 ft (1,119 m)
Area5,565.7 sq mi (14,415.2 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates41.1842°N, 80.2792°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.0"
92% below China avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 0.67"
Driest Month (Nov) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

356 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 23, 2025.

Jan 22, 2024 128 km WNW of Aykol, China M7.0 136 km
Feb 14, 2005 92 km NW of Aksu, China M6.1 93 km
Feb 25, 1991 118 km WSW of Aykol, China M6.0 142 km
Jan 22, 2024 129 km SSE of Kyzyl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.8 139 km
Jan 29, 2024 128 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.7 137 km
Jan 22, 2024 128 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.5 137 km
Jan 22, 2024 124 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.4 130 km
Jan 23, 2024 119 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.3 127 km
Mar 23, 2021 101 km NE of Aksu, China M5.3 102 km
Feb 15, 2005 97 km NW of Aksu, China M5.3 97 km
May 9, 2020 108 km W of Aykol, China M5.3 125 km
Feb 20, 2009 southern Xinjiang, China M5.3 146 km
Jan 22, 2024 131 km SSE of Kyzyl-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.3 148 km
Jan 25, 2024 112 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.3 119 km
Sep 26, 1995 111 km W of Kuqa, China M5.2 128 km
Jan 23, 2024 131 km W of Aykol, China M5.2 141 km
Jul 28, 1998 119 km NE of Aksu, China M5.2 119 km
Jan 22, 2024 122 km WNW of Aykol, China M5.2 130 km
Feb 15, 2020 98 km SE of Ak-Suu, Kyrgyzstan M5.1 109 km
Jan 24, 2024 127 km W of Aykol, China M5.1 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 0.1 in
March 45°F (7°C) 0.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 0.2 in
May 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 0.4 in
July 76°F (25°C) 0.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 0.6 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.3 in
October 51°F (10°C) 0.1 in
November 34°F (1°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 22°F (-6°C) 0.1 in

Aqsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 18°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.7") and November the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Aqsu

Institution Type Founded Website
中共阿克苏地委党校 College - ,
新疆理工学院 University - ,
阿克苏地区教育学院 College - ,
阿克苏职业技术学院 College - ,

Schools in Aqsu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
阿克苏地区中等职业技术学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Aqsu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Aqsu

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hualon Hotel - accept foreigners
Minghua hotel

Restaurants in Aqsu

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

6-8
6-8

Gas Stations in Aqsu

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #13793719152
CN #13793719153
PetroChina

Airports Near Aqsu

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aksu Hongqipo AirportAKUMedium Airport
Aksu Zhicheng Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Aqsu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
China Railway Express, CRE Aksu

Treatment Centers in Aqsu

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
阿克苏强制隔离戒毒所

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

Around Aqsu

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 5
Hospitals 2
Restaurants 4
Hotels 4
Parks 16
Police Stations 1

🇨🇳 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 Aqsu

What is the population of Aqsu?

Aqsu has a population of 535,657 residents and is located in China. The population density is 96 people per square mile, spread across 5,565.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Aqsu?

Aqsu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.0 inches.

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