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Datong, China

Chongqing · China

Datong is a mid-size city in Chongqing, China with a population of 51,025. Elevation: 2,533 ft (772 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

51,025 Population 734/sq mi density
2,533 ft Elevation 772 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
43.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population51,025
Density734/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)
Population51,025
Population Density734 / sq mi
Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)
Coordinates28.5965°, 106.6675°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceChongqing
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation43.0 inches (1,093 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Datong

Datong is a mid-size city in China (Chongqing) with a population of 51,025. The city sits at an elevation of 2,533 feet (772 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Datong

Datong has an average annual temperature of 15°C (59°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1344 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4°C / 39°F -5.5° / 14.9° 34.7
Feb 6.1°C / 43°F -2.1° / 21.2° 31.6
Mar 12.1°C / 54°F 2.1° / 26.9° 63.3
Apr 16°C / 61°F 6.4° / 29.4° 132.0
May 19.1°C / 66°F 10.3° / 30° 179.5
Jun 22°C / 72°F 14.2° / 30.5° 255.4
Jul 24.2°C / 76°F 17.6° / 31.6° 223.6
Aug 24.2°C / 76°F 16.4° / 31.8° 94.5
Sep 21°C / 70°F 13° / 29.8° 148.6
Oct 15.3°C / 60°F 6.4° / 27.5° 116.6
Nov 10.8°C / 51°F 0.9° / 23° 43.5
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F -3.7° / 16.5° 21.2
Datong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 2,533 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above China avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,533 ft (772 m)
Area69.5 sq mi (180.1 km²)
Population Density734/sq mi
Coordinates28.5965°N, 106.6675°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.0"
13% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.93"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M5.0 on Mar 24, 2025.

Mar 24, 2025 12 km SW of Xuyong, China M5.0 141 km
Apr 30, 2002 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 138 km
Jun 23, 2001 29 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.8 137 km
Aug 13, 1997 29 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 139 km
Aug 17, 1999 28 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 137 km
Feb 7, 1996 36 km SW of Zunyi, China M4.7 126 km
Sep 10, 2010 41 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.7 142 km
Jun 26, 2015 7 km NNE of Taiping, China M4.6 73 km
Jul 23, 2021 4 km ESE of Qingjiang, China M4.6 135 km
Aug 25, 2022 48 km WSW of Yongchuan, China M4.6 130 km
Nov 19, 2009 45 km NW of Changsha, China M4.6 108 km
Aug 20, 1993 30 km NW of Yongchuan, China M4.5 143 km
Feb 24, 1997 31 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.5 137 km
Apr 14, 1994 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.4 136 km
Aug 30, 2021 46 km WSW of Changsha, China M4.4 109 km
May 6, 2023 6 km ENE of Fuji, China M4.4 137 km
Feb 22, 2010 26 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.4 131 km
Aug 24, 2021 49 km WSW of Yongchuan, China M4.4 142 km
Jul 7, 2024 3 km WSW of Yongrong, China M4.3 130 km
May 21, 2021 67 km ESE of Xunchang, China M4.3 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 44°F (7°C) 0.7 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in
June 73°F (23°C) 6.9 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 6.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (25°C) 5.6 in
September 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
November 53°F (11°C) 2.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 0.9 in

Datong has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.7").

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Farmers Markets in Datong

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
农村市场

Ski Resorts Near Datong

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
金佛山西坡滑雪场 0.0 $0
金佛山北坡滑雪场 0.0 $0

Airports Near Datong

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Zunyi Maotai AirportWMTMedium 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 Datong

What is the population of Datong?

Datong has a population of 51,025 residents and is located in China. The population density is 734 people per square mile, spread across 69.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Datong?

Datong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.

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