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Chapchal, China

Xinjiang · China

Chapchal is a small city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 22,111. Elevation: 1,962 ft (598 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

22,111 Population 13/sq mi density
1,962 ft Elevation 598 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
9.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population22,111
Density13/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain9.4 in/yr
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation1,962 ft (598 m)
Population22,111
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation1,962 ft (598 m)
Coordinates43.8356°, 81.1476°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation9.4 inches (238 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.9 inches (7 cm)

About Chapchal

Chapchal is a small city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 22,111. The city sits at an elevation of 1,962 feet (598 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Chapchal

Chapchal has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 301 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -7.3°C / 19°F -13.5° / -1.1° 21.4
Feb -3.6°C / 26°F -9.1° / 2° 22.1
Mar 5.5°C / 42°F -0.6° / 11.6° 21.2
Apr 13.8°C / 57°F 6.6° / 21.1° 30.5
May 18.4°C / 65°F 11.1° / 25.6° 31.1
Jun 22.4°C / 72°F 15.2° / 29.5° 26.5
Jul 24.1°C / 75°F 16.7° / 31.5° 29.0
Aug 23°C / 73°F 15.2° / 30.8° 18.8
Sep 18°C / 64°F 10° / 26° 15.2
Oct 11.1°C / 52°F 3.5° / 18.7° 24.3
Nov 3.6°C / 38°F -2.1° / 9.3° 33.5
Dec -4.4°C / 24°F -9.9° / 1° 27.3
Chapchal experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 319 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 9.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,962 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below China avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,962 ft (598 m)
Area1,725.6 sq mi (4,469.4 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates43.8356°N, 81.1476°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.4"
75% below China avg
Snowfall 2.9"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.10"
Driest Month (Sep) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

80 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 10, 2025.

Aug 8, 2017 102 km NNW of Xinyuan, China M6.3 144 km
Jul 20, 2007 90 km SW of Xinyuan, China M5.6 143 km
Aug 8, 2017 102 km SSE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M5.3 144 km
Nov 1, 1995 89 km E of Kegen, Kazakhstan M5.3 120 km
Aug 8, 2017 105 km SSE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M5.2 139 km
Dec 10, 2000 44 km ENE of Huocheng, China M5.2 47 km
Jan 25, 2009 Kazakhstan-Xinjiang border region M5.1 70 km
Sep 14, 2012 70 km WNW of Xinyuan, China M5.0 105 km
Jan 4, 2022 79 km W of Xinyuan, China M4.9 101 km
Feb 20, 2003 52 km NNE of Huocheng, China M4.9 70 km
Jan 17, 2001 22 km E of Zharkent, Kazakhstan M4.8 78 km
Sep 13, 1990 57 km ENE of Qapqal, China M4.8 52 km
Jun 9, 2014 70 km N of Huocheng, China M4.8 100 km
Feb 29, 2016 95 km SSW of Qapqal, China M4.8 101 km
Oct 16, 2011 northern Xinjiang, China M4.8 132 km
Sep 28, 1995 46 km NNE of Zharkent, Kazakhstan M4.8 111 km
Feb 11, 2016 42 km WNW of Xinyuan, China M4.8 133 km
Aug 20, 2004 90 km SW of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.7 99 km
Jul 14, 2000 77 km W of Xinyuan, China M4.7 98 km
Aug 4, 2013 60 km ENE of Huocheng, China M4.7 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Coldest
February 19°F (-8°C) 0.6 in
March 37°F (3°C) 0.6 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.0 in
May 65°F (18°C) 1.0 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.1 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 0.8 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.5 in Driest
October 49°F (10°C) 0.9 in
November 35°F (2°C) 0.9 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in

Chapchal has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 13°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.1") and September the driest (0.5").

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Schools in Chapchal

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
察布查尔锡伯自治县高级中学 - - - -
盐城实验学校 - - - -
察布查尔锡伯自治县初级中学 - - - -
察布查尔锡伯自治县职业技术学校 - - - -
城东实验中学 - - - -
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Museums in Chapchal

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
伊犁哈萨克自治州博物馆
伊犁哈萨克自治州博物馆
伊犁州文化馆
伊犁州文化馆
新疆三区革命历史纪念馆
新疆三区革命历史纪念馆

Libraries in Chapchal

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
伊宁市图书馆0.0
伊犁州图书馆0.0
可克达拉市图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Chapchal

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
伊犁联商百货土产批零市场
北京路农贸市场
可克达拉盛世创锦农产品批发交易中心
喀赞其民族手工业基地
城西市场

Gas Stations in Chapchal

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #763164371
CN #9399408688

Airports Near Chapchal

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ili Yining International AirportYINMedium Airport
Tekes Zhuque Airport-Small Airport
Zhaosu Tianma AirportZFLSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chapchal

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jingyuan Temple

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 Chapchal

What is the population of Chapchal?

Chapchal has a population of 22,111 residents and is located in China. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,725.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Chapchal?

Chapchal has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 319 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.4 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow.

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