Barkol, China

Xinjiang · China

Barkol is a mid-size city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 65,531. Elevation: 5,348 ft (1,630 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

65,531 Population 95/sq mi density
5,348 ft Elevation 1,630 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population65,531
Density95/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation5,348 ft (1,630 m)
Population65,531
Population Density95 / sq mi
Elevation5,348 ft (1,630 m)
Coordinates43.5988°, 93.0086°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation25.7 inches (653 mm)
Annual Snowfall118.2 inches (300 cm)

About Barkol

Barkol is a mid-size city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 65,531. The city sits at an elevation of 5,348 feet (1,630 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from -0°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Barkol

Barkol has an average annual temperature of 4.6°C (40°F). The hottest month is Jul (20.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 47 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -11.8°C / 11°F -22.9° / 0.3° 1.6
Feb -8.2°C / 17°F -20.4° / 4.4° 1.7
Mar -0.6°C / 31°F -13.4° / 14° 1.3
Apr 5.8°C / 42°F -7.3° / 22.4° 1.9
May 12.2°C / 54°F -3.3° / 26.4° 5.9
Jun 17.7°C / 64°F 2.6° / 30.8° 5.8
Jul 20.1°C / 68°F 7.1° / 32.4° 10.1
Aug 19°C / 66°F 5.6° / 31.8° 4.7
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F -2.6° / 27.8° 3.9
Oct 4°C / 39°F -7.4° / 16.5° 4.0
Nov -4.7°C / 24°F -18.5° / 8.8° 4.5
Dec -11.6°C / 11°F -21.4° / -0.1° 1.3
Barkol experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average -0°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 79°F. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 118.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 5,348 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

-0°F Jan (-18°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below China avg
January Average-0°F (-18°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Geography

Elevation5,348 ft (1,630 m)
Area690.2 sq mi (1,787.7 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates43.5988°N, 93.0086°E
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.7"
32% below China avg
Snowfall 118.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 0.50"
Driest Month (Apr) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

17 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 10, 2025.

Apr 30, 2014 65 km ENE of Hami, China M5.3 120 km
Feb 9, 2012 216 km NNW of Hami, China M5.1 127 km
Feb 20, 2024 58 km E of Hami, China M5.1 128 km
Jun 6, 2004 81 km ENE of Hami, China M4.8 123 km
Jan 24, 2012 83 km NE of Hami, China M4.7 107 km
Mar 12, 2023 northern Xinjiang, China M4.4 34 km
Jan 18, 2019 237 km NNW of Hami, China M4.4 148 km
Jul 14, 2005 241 km NNW of Hami, China M4.3 150 km
Feb 24, 1994 55 km NE of Hami, China M4.2 99 km
Jan 10, 2025 66 km NE of Hami, China M4.2 106 km
Jan 3, 2021 209 km ENE of Turpan, China M4.1 136 km
Mar 6, 2001 210 km N of Hami, China M4.1 129 km
Jul 6, 2020 206 km N of Hami, China M4.0 119 km
Mar 23, 2003 105 km W of Hami, China M3.9 120 km
Jul 24, 2005 177 km N of Hami, China M3.8 112 km
Mar 23, 2003 97 km W of Hami, China M3.7 109 km
Mar 28, 2005 229 km NNW of Hami, China M3.6 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January -0°F (-18°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 24°F (-5°C) 0.0 in
March 39°F (4°C) 0.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.1 in
May 67°F (19°C) 0.2 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.4 in
July 79°F (26°C) 0.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
September 65°F (18°C) 0.2 in
October 49°F (9°C) 0.1 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 0.1 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.1 in

Barkol has a seasonal temperature swing of 79°F / from -0°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 2.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.5") and January the driest (0.0").

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Hotels in Barkol

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

蒲类海大酒店

Bus Stations in Barkol

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

巴里坤客運站

Gas Stations in Barkol

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #1030316620
CN #626304961
Fuel Station

Airports Near Barkol

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barkol Dahe AirportDHHMedium Airport
Yaerbashi Test Range-Medium Airport

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Meteorites
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Meteorites Near Barkol

1 meteorite landings recorded by NASA found near Barkol.

Name Year Description
Qijiaojing 2003

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

🇨🇳 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 Barkol

What is the population of Barkol?

Barkol has a population of 65,531 residents and is located in China. The population density is 95 people per square mile, spread across 690.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Barkol?

Barkol has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average -0°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches, with 118.2 inches of snow.

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