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Artux, China

Xinjiang · China

Artux is a large city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 285,000. Elevation: 4,219 ft (1,286 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

285,000 Population 47/sq mi density
4,219 ft Elevation 1,286 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
3.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population285,000
Density47/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain3.8 in/yr
Sunny Days329/yr
Elevation4,219 ft (1,286 m)
Population285,000
Population Density47 / sq mi
Elevation4,219 ft (1,286 m)
Coordinates39.7084°, 76.1797°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation3.8 inches (97 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)

About Artux

Artux is a large city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 285,000. The city sits at an elevation of 4,219 feet (1,286 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 21°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Artux

Artux has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.7°C), the coldest is Jan (-5°C). Average annual precipitation is 79 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C / 23°F -9.9° / 0° 2.9
Feb 0.6°C / 33°F -4.7° / 6° 6.0
Mar 9.2°C / 49°F 3.4° / 15° 5.7
Apr 16.4°C / 62°F 9.8° / 22.9° 6.4
May 20.5°C / 69°F 14.1° / 26.9° 13.9
Jun 24°C / 75°F 17.5° / 30.5° 9.2
Jul 25.7°C / 78°F 19.4° / 32° 10.2
Aug 24.6°C / 76°F 18.3° / 30.8° 7.5
Sep 20°C / 68°F 13.5° / 26.6° 6.7
Oct 13.4°C / 56°F 6.5° / 20.2° 5.4
Nov 5.2°C / 41°F -0.8° / 11.3° 2.5
Dec -2.4°C / 28°F -6.9° / 2.1° 2.9
Artux experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 329 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 3.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,219 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below China avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days329 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,219 ft (1,286 m)
Area6,060.9 sq mi (15,697.8 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates39.7084°N, 76.1797°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.8"
90% below China avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (May) 0.63"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

541 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 2, 2025.

Aug 27, 1998 118 km E of Kashgar, China M6.4 100 km
Feb 24, 2003 107 km E of Kashgar, China M6.3 91 km
Mar 19, 1996 83 km NE of Kashgar, China M6.3 54 km
Apr 11, 1997 82 km E of Kashgar, China M6.2 68 km
Apr 6, 1997 87 km E of Kashgar, China M6.0 73 km
Jan 19, 2020 104 km ENE of Kashgar, China M6.0 81 km
Apr 17, 1990 93 km W of Kashgar, China M6.0 114 km
Jan 21, 1997 86 km E of Kashgar, China M5.9 75 km
Apr 5, 1997 75 km E of Kashgar, China M5.9 63 km
May 4, 2003 105 km E of Kashgar, China M5.8 94 km
Apr 15, 1997 88 km ENE of Kashgar, China M5.8 70 km
Mar 12, 2003 106 km N of Shache, China M5.7 114 km
Sep 1, 2003 112 km SSW of Kashgar, China M5.7 144 km
Nov 30, 1993 45 km WSW of Kashgar, China M5.6 74 km
Aug 2, 1998 87 km E of Kashgar, China M5.6 72 km
Mar 19, 1998 84 km NE of Kashgar, China M5.6 56 km
Aug 11, 2011 104 km ENE of Kashgar, China M5.6 78 km
Mar 1, 1997 73 km E of Kashgar, China M5.6 65 km
Jan 12, 1994 49 km WSW of Kashgar, China M5.5 78 km
Sep 26, 2003 124 km NE of Kashgar, China M5.4 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.2 in
March 44°F (6°C) 0.4 in
April 59°F (15°C) 0.4 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.6 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 0.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 0.6 in
September 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 0.2 in
November 38°F (4°C) 0.1 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 0.1 in Driest

Artux has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 21°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (0.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Artux

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Artux Secondary Vocational and Technical School - - - -
Kizilsu Kirgiz Autonomous Prefecture Experimental Middle School - - - -
克州第二中学 - - - -
中共克州党校 - - - -
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Museums in Artux

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Afaq Khoja Mausoleum. Bus 20
Gate tower
Jiama Mosque
Kashgar Museum
Maimaiti’s Old House
Sermon Hall
喀什博物舘

Farmers Markets in Artux

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Animal Market
New Faraway Building Materials Market
Stone market
坎土曼巴扎

Train Stations in Artux

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atushi

Stadiums & Teams in Artux

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Artux

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kashgar Laining International AirportKHGLarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Artux

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Artux Grand Mosque

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

Around Artux

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Parks 7
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 Artux

What is the population of Artux?

Artux has a population of 285,000 residents and is located in China. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 6,060.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Artux?

Artux has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 329 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.8 inches.

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