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Dandong, China
Liaoning · China
Dandong is a major city in Liaoning, China with a population of 631,973. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 631,973 |
| Population Density | 107 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.1292°, 124.3947° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Liaoning |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.4 inches (974 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
About Dandong
Dandong is a major city in China (Liaoning) with a population of 631,973. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Dandong
Dandong has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (25.1°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1034 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below China avg | |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 266 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 5,903.4 sq mi (15,289.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1292°N, 124.3947°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1921 | XIAOSI, DANDONG, LIAONING | Earthquake | - | - | 1 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 8.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in |
Dandong has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 18°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and January the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Dandong
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liaodong College (Linjiang Campus) | College | - | , |
| 辽宁机电职业技术学院 | College | - | , |
| 辽宁机电职业技术学院浪头校区 | College | - | , |
Schools in Dandong
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 丹东朝鲜族中学 | - | - | - | - |
| 丹东市滨江街小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 丹东市第六中学 | - | - | - | - |
| 丹东市二纬路小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 丹东市实验小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 红房街小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 丹东市第五中学 | - | - | - | - |
| 丹东市金汤小学 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Dandong
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Dandong
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Hall of the War to Resist US Aggression and Aid Korea | ||||
| North Pyongan Province Revolutionary Museum | ||||
| North Pyongan Provincial Fine Arts Studio | ||||
| 丹东博物馆 |
Libraries in Dandong
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Pyongan Provincial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 丹东市图书馆 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新区图书馆 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Dandong
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryongcheon Market | |||||
| 伟豪农贸早市 |
Hotels in Dandong
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Dandong
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Dandong
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Dandong
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Dandong
7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Dandong
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Dandong
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Dandong
7 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Dandong
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Dandong
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Dandong Langtou International Airport | DDG | Medium Airport |
| Kwaksan Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Sinuiju Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sonchon Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uiju Airport | UJU | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Dandong
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| China Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Dandong
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 宝龙庵 | |
| 宝龙庵 | |
| 极乐寺 | |
| 极乐寺 |
Quick Facts
Around Dandong
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Dandong
1 places within 15 km
- • Shuguang Cabinet
🇨🇳 About China
Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Dandong
What is the population of Dandong?
Dandong has a population of 631,973 residents and is located in China. The population density is 107 people per square mile, spread across 5,903.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Dandong?
Dandong has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.