Chaka, China
Qinghai · China
Chaka is a small town in Qinghai, China with a population of 4,123. Elevation: 10,174 ft (3,101 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Chaka
Chaka Salt Lake is a salt lake in Ulan County, Haixi Prefecture, Qinghai, China. The oval-shaped lake is located near the eastern end of Qaidam Basin, 298 kilometres (185 mi) to the west of the provincial capital Xining. The name "Chaka" (ཚྭ་ཁ) means "salt lake" in Tibetan.
People
Climate
| Population | 4,123 |
| Elevation | 10,174 ft (3,101 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7922°, 99.0737° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Qinghai |
| Average Temperature | 34°F (1°C) |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 22.9 inches (582 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 47.1 inches (120 cm) |
About Chaka
Chaka is a small town in China (Qinghai) with a population of 4,123. The city sits at an elevation of 10,174 feet (3,101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 33.5°F |
| 38% below China avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,174 ft (3,101 m) |
| Coordinates | 36.7922°N, 99.0737°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Hotels in Chaka
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chaka
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Chaka
7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Chaka
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chaka
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chaka
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chaka Monastery |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chaka
What is the population of Chaka?
Chaka has a population of 4,123 residents and is located in China..
What is the weather like in Chaka?
Chaka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.9 inches, with 47.1 inches of snow.
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