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Baitang, China

Qinghai · China

Baitang is a small city in Qinghai, China with a population of 5,377. Elevation: 12,907 ft (3,934 m). Average temperature: 32°F (-0°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,377 Population 11/sq mi density
12,907 ft Elevation 3,934 meters
32°F Avg Temperature -0°C
35.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population5,377
Density11/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp32°F (-0°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days332/yr
Elevation12,907 ft (3,934 m)
Population5,377
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation12,907 ft (3,934 m)
Coordinates32.8243°, 97.1546°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceQinghai
Average Temperature32°F (-0°C)
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (902 mm)
Annual Snowfall87.9 inches (223 cm)

About Baitang

Baitang is a small city in China (Qinghai) with a population of 5,377. The city sits at an elevation of 12,907 feet (3,934 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 32°F (-0°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Baitang

Baitang has an average annual temperature of 4.9°C (41°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 492 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5.9°C / 21°F -14.3° / 2.5° 4.4
Feb -2.9°C / 27°F -10.8° / 5.1° 5.1
Mar 1.3°C / 34°F -6.3° / 8.8° 10.3
Apr 5.2°C / 41°F -2.1° / 12.6° 18.3
May 9.1°C / 48°F 2.1° / 16.1° 58.3
Jun 12.5°C / 55°F 6.2° / 18.8° 101.0
Jul 14.4°C / 58°F 7.9° / 21° 95.9
Aug 13.8°C / 57°F 6.9° / 20.7° 88.0
Sep 11.3°C / 52°F 4.5° / 18.1° 74.1
Oct 5.6°C / 42°F -1.6° / 12.7° 30.9
Nov -0.4°C / 31°F -8.4° / 7.7° 3.4
Dec -4.8°C / 23°F -13.5° / 3.9° 2.4
Baitang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 332 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 35.5 inches. The area receives 87.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,907 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average31.7°F
41% below China avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days332 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,907 ft (3,934 m)
Area509.8 sq mi (1,320.3 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates32.8243°N, 97.1546°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below China avg
Snowfall 87.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.80"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

65 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 2, 2025.

Apr 13, 2010 233 km NNW of Qamdo, China M6.9 68 km
Apr 14, 2010 239 km NNW of Qamdo, China M6.1 78 km
May 29, 2010 248 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.8 108 km
Jul 19, 2006 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.5 90 km
Jun 3, 2010 263 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.5 110 km
Jul 25, 2001 270 km NW of Qamdo, China M5.5 150 km
Apr 14, 2010 201 km N of Qamdo, China M5.4 30 km
Jun 26, 2011 186 km NW of Qamdo, China M5.3 121 km
Apr 14, 2010 229 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.2 66 km
Jul 17, 2006 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.2 90 km
Sep 7, 2010 251 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.1 93 km
Jun 3, 2010 261 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.1 113 km
Apr 27, 1993 231 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.0 104 km
Feb 5, 1990 151 km NE of Qamdo, China M5.0 137 km
Apr 14, 2010 221 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.0 57 km
Apr 13, 2010 229 km N of Qamdo, China M4.9 56 km
Jun 12, 2024 285 km N of Qamdo, China M4.9 100 km
Jun 6, 2010 258 km NNW of Qamdo, China M4.9 105 km
Apr 28, 2010 237 km NNW of Qamdo, China M4.9 74 km
Apr 15, 2010 219 km NNW of Qamdo, China M4.9 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-8°C) 0.2 in
February 17°F (-9°C) 0.2 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.4 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 0.8 in
May 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
June 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
July 49°F (10°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
September 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
October 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.2 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Baitang has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 13°F in December to 49°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Baitang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Yushu Prefecture Museum
玉树抗震救灾纪念馆

Monuments in Baitang

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bei Darirulai Foshikusi he Lebagou moya

Gas Stations in Baitang

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #8866400603

Airports Near Baitang

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Yushu Batang AirportYUSMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Baitang

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Benchen Monastery

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 Baitang

What is the population of Baitang?

Baitang has a population of 5,377 residents and is located in China. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 509.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Baitang?

Baitang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 332 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 87.9 inches of snow.

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