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Changtan, China

Chongqing · China

Changtan is a small city in Chongqing, China with a population of 17,904. Elevation: 827 ft (252 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

17,904 Population 300/sq mi density
827 ft Elevation 252 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
51.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population17,904
Density300/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Population17,904
Population Density300 / sq mi
Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Coordinates30.7392°, 108.5998°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceChongqing
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation51.3 inches (1,304 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Changtan

Changtan is a small city in China (Chongqing) with a population of 17,904. The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet (252 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Changtan

Changtan has an average annual temperature of 14.3°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.5°C), the coldest is Jan (3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1456 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3°C / 37°F -4.8° / 14° 36.9
Feb 5.1°C / 41°F -2.8° / 17.5° 31.9
Mar 10.6°C / 51°F 0.8° / 24° 93.5
Apr 14.7°C / 59°F 5.5° / 27.1° 142.6
May 18.3°C / 65°F 8.6° / 28.5° 164.5
Jun 21.9°C / 71°F 13.7° / 30.1° 224.1
Jul 24.2°C / 76°F 16.6° / 31° 262.7
Aug 24.5°C / 76°F 16.7° / 31.7° 146.4
Sep 20.9°C / 70°F 12.4° / 29.9° 142.1
Oct 14.7°C / 58°F 6.1° / 25.6° 133.9
Nov 9.8°C / 50°F -1° / 21.6° 61.0
Dec 4°C / 39°F -4.2° / 15.4° 16.8
Changtan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 827 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above China avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation827 ft (252 m)
Area59.7 sq mi (154.6 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates30.7392°N, 108.5998°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.3"
35% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.91"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.75"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 16, 2025.

Aug 16, 2025 37 km WSW of Bishan, China M4.5 144 km
Jul 15, 1997 69 km WSW of Lichuan, China M4.5 78 km
Aug 11, 2016 68 km N of Fuling, China M4.4 134 km
Jul 18, 2013 66 km SSW of Wanxian, China M4.4 69 km
Jul 14, 1990 107 km NE of Wanxian, China M4.4 103 km
Dec 5, 1993 72 km ENE of Fuling, China M4.3 97 km
May 30, 2012 72 km WSW of Lichuan, China M4.1 82 km
Feb 10, 2005 41 km WNW of Lichuan, China M4.1 42 km
Jan 29, 1993 65 km SSW of Wanxian, China M3.6 72 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 13.1 m (43 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2008 WU GORGE, WUSHAN COUNTY Meteorological 13.1 m - 131 km
2015 WUSHAN, CHONGQING Meteorological 6.2 m 2 129 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 45°F (7°C) 0.9 in
March 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
April 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
May 69°F (21°C) 6.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 7.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 7.9 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 7.1 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
December 44°F (7°C) 1.0 in

Changtan has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.8").

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Museums in Changtan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
The Three Gorges Culture Relics Park
Wanzhou Three Gorges Science and Technology Museum
Wanzhou Three Gorges Science and Technology Museum
云阳博物馆

Farmers Markets in Changtan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
万州国际汽车机电建材城

Stadiums & Teams in Changtan

TeamLeagueDivision
Wanzhou Pailou Sports Stadium

Ski Resorts Near Changtan

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
石柱天山滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -
云阳龙缸滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Changtan

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Wanzhou Wuqiao AirportWXNSmall Airport

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 Changtan

What is the population of Changtan?

Changtan has a population of 17,904 residents and is located in China. The population density is 300 people per square mile, spread across 59.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Changtan?

Changtan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.3 inches.

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