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Changtang, China

Guangdong · China

Changtang is a small city in Guangdong, China with a population of 12,575. Elevation: 968 ft (295 m). Average temperature: 67°F (19°C).

12,575 Population 8/sq mi density
968 ft Elevation 295 meters
67°F Avg Temperature 19°C
74.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Changtang

Changtang

The Changtang is a part of the high altitude Tibetan Plateau in western and northern Tibet extending into the southern edges of Xinjiang as well as Changthang district in southeastern Ladakh of India, with vast highlands and giant lakes. From eastern Ladakh, the Changtang stretches approximately 1,600 kilometres (990 mi) east into Tibet as far as modern Qinghai. The Changtang is home to the Changpa, a nomadic Tibetan people. The two largest settlements within the Tibetan Changtang are Rutog Town, which is the seat of Rutog County, and Domar Township, the seat of Shuanghu County.

People

Population12,575
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
Rain74.5 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Population12,575
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Coordinates24.5579°, 115.1458°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGuangdong
Average Temperature67°F (19°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation74.5 inches (1,892 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Changtang

Changtang is a small city in China (Guangdong) with a population of 12,575. The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet (295 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Changtang

Changtang has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C (69°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.7°C), the coldest is Dec (10.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1733 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 11.1°C / 52°F -2.1° / 26.2° 37.8
Feb 13°C / 55°F 2° / 27.2° 101.9
Mar 17.7°C / 64°F 6° / 29.8° 195.3
Apr 20.9°C / 70°F 10° / 30.9° 254.1
May 24°C / 75°F 14.9° / 32.6° 258.4
Jun 26.2°C / 79°F 19.9° / 32.7° 338.7
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 22.6° / 35.1° 128.5
Aug 27.4°C / 81°F 21.6° / 34.6° 177.3
Sep 26.1°C / 79°F 18.3° / 34.1° 134.7
Oct 21.6°C / 71°F 10.8° / 33.1° 29.8
Nov 17.6°C / 64°F 5° / 30.1° 55.0
Dec 10.8°C / 51°F -2° / 25.4° 22.1
Changtang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 74.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 968 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above China avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Area1,648.3 sq mi (4,269.0 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates24.5579°N, 115.1458°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.5"
96% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Mar 7, 2023.

Aug 4, 1992 55 km NW of Hepo, China M4.6 90 km
Feb 22, 2013 27 km NW of Heyuan, China M4.5 102 km
Feb 15, 2012 37 km NW of Heyuan, China M4.4 95 km
Aug 19, 1999 30 km NW of Heyuan, China M4.4 100 km
Aug 31, 2012 21 km WSW of Heyuan, China M4.3 118 km
Nov 12, 1995 49 km N of Hepo, China M4.3 100 km
Sep 21, 1991 23 km WNW of Heyuan, China M4.2 103 km
Mar 7, 2023 24 km NW of Heyuan, China M4.2 101 km
Feb 11, 2023 10 km WNW of Heyuan, China M4.2 106 km
Mar 24, 1999 33 km ENE of Heyuan, China M4.1 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

32 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Saola (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Saola Category 4 285 km
2020 Mekkhala Category 1 262 km
2016 Haima Category 1 229 km
2016 Meranti Category 1 258 km
2016 Nida Category 1 238 km
2015 Linfa Category 1 228 km
2013 Usagi Category 3 182 km
2010 Fanapi Category 1 252 km
2009 Molave Category 1 266 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 231 km
2005 Sanvu Category 1 286 km
2004 Aere Category 1 289 km
2003 Dujuan Category 4 222 km
2001 Utor Category 1 199 km
2000 Bilis Category 2 177 km
1999 Dan Category 2 289 km
1999 Maggie Category 2 199 km
1999 York Category 1 287 km
1999 Sam Category 1 247 km
1997 Victor Category 1 273 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)
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Museums in Changtang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
和平县博物馆(阳明博物馆)
和平县文化馆
和平县科技馆

Libraries in Changtang

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
和平县图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Changtang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
南园市场
南堤市场
和平县中心市场
河唇市场
阳明综合农贸市场

Airports Near Changtang

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Red AirportSmall Airport
Xingning Air BaseXINSmall 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 Changtang

What is the population of Changtang?

Changtang has a population of 12,575 residents and is located in China. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,648.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Changtang?

Changtang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 74.5 inches.

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