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Dashan, China

Yunnan · China

Dashan is a small city in Yunnan, China with a population of 15,980. Elevation: 5,308 ft (1,618 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).

15,980 Population 4/sq mi density
5,308 ft Elevation 1,618 meters
66°F Avg Temperature 19°C
56.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Dashan

Dashan Township is a township in Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Yunnan, China. As of the 2017 census it had a population of 16,281 and an area of 233-square-kilometre (90 sq mi).

People

Population15,980
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation5,308 ft (1,618 m)
Population15,980
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation5,308 ft (1,618 m)
Coordinates23.0024°, 100.1149°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceYunnan
Average Temperature66°F (19°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation56.5 inches (1,435 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dashan

Dashan is a small city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 15,980. The city sits at an elevation of 5,308 feet (1,618 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Dashan

Dashan has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is May (22.8°C), the coldest is Jan (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1321 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.3°C / 54°F 3.7° / 21.8° 30.1
Feb 14.1°C / 57°F 4.9° / 25.1° 18.8
Mar 18.2°C / 65°F 8.6° / 29.8° 16.3
Apr 21°C / 70°F 11.1° / 32.3° 42.5
May 22.8°C / 73°F 14.1° / 33.7° 106.5
Jun 22.7°C / 73°F 16.8° / 32° 216.4
Jul 22.4°C / 72°F 16.9° / 30.8° 282.7
Aug 22.1°C / 72°F 16.8° / 30.7° 284.7
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 15.4° / 30.1° 150.1
Oct 19.4°C / 67°F 11.6° / 28.4° 99.3
Nov 16.3°C / 61°F 8.4° / 25.2° 52.6
Dec 13.1°C / 56°F 4.6° / 22.2° 21.7
Dashan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,308 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above China avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,308 ft (1,618 m)
Area3,834.2 sq mi (9,930.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates23.0024°N, 100.1149°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 56.5"
49% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.85"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

76 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 1, 2025.

Jul 11, 1995 158 km W of Jinghong, China M6.8 149 km
Apr 23, 1992 126 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M6.2 145 km
Apr 23, 1992 130 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M6.1 139 km
Jun 2, 2007 119 km NNE of Jinghong, China M6.1 96 km
Jul 9, 1995 162 km W of Jinghong, China M5.9 150 km
Jan 26, 1993 119 km NNE of Jinghong, China M5.6 97 km
Mar 1, 2015 132 km ENE of Lashio, Myanmar M5.2 143 km
Jan 30, 1997 83 km NE of Jinghong, China M5.0 136 km
Jun 3, 2007 122 km NNE of Jinghong, China M4.9 107 km
Jul 5, 1994 130 km SW of Jianshui, China M4.9 52 km
Jul 18, 1995 164 km W of Jinghong, China M4.8 150 km
Apr 23, 1992 146 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.8 139 km
Jan 25, 2005 59 km N of Jinghong, China M4.8 81 km
May 12, 1995 105 km SW of Jianshui, China M4.8 82 km
Feb 18, 1995 166 km NW of Jinghong, China M4.8 65 km
Sep 19, 1994 116 km SW of Jianshui, China M4.8 79 km
Apr 28, 1992 134 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.7 137 km
Jul 29, 2016 96 km WSW of Jinghong, China M4.7 136 km
Feb 14, 1990 171 km NW of Jinghong, China M4.7 54 km
Jan 27, 1993 104 km NNE of Jinghong, China M4.7 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
March 64°F (18°C) 0.6 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.4 in
June 73°F (23°C) 8.7 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 11.9 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 11.2 in
September 71°F (22°C) 6.7 in
October 67°F (20°C) 5.4 in
November 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
December 55°F (13°C) 1.0 in

Dashan has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.9") and January the driest (0.6").

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Airports Near Dashan

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cangyuan Washan AirportCWJMedium Airport
Lancang Jingmai AirportJMJMedium Airport
Lincang Boshang AirportLNJMedium 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 Dashan

What is the population of Dashan?

Dashan has a population of 15,980 residents and is located in China. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,834.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dashan?

Dashan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.5 inches.

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