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Dingcheng, China

Henan · China

Dingcheng is a mid-size city in Henan, China with a population of 72,663. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

72,663 Population 3,964/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
42.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population72,663
Density3,964/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Population72,663
Population Density3,964 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates32.1272°, 115.0394°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceHenan
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation42.6 inches (1,083 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Dingcheng

Dingcheng is a mid-size city in China (Henan) with a population of 72,663. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Dingcheng

Dingcheng has an average annual temperature of 16.7°C (62°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (2.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1226 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.9°C / 37°F -6.3° / 16.8° 50.7
Feb 5.2°C / 41°F -5.2° / 21° 56.0
Mar 12°C / 54°F -0.4° / 27° 96.6
Apr 16.8°C / 62°F 4.5° / 31.1° 79.6
May 22.1°C / 72°F 10.3° / 34.9° 90.0
Jun 27°C / 81°F 17.3° / 37° 215.1
Jul 28.1°C / 83°F 21° / 36° 318.2
Aug 28.7°C / 84°F 18.7° / 37.8° 105.2
Sep 24.6°C / 76°F 14.3° / 36° 65.5
Oct 17.3°C / 63°F 6.4° / 32.6° 73.1
Nov 11.7°C / 53°F -2.1° / 26.1° 56.4
Dec 3.8°C / 39°F -8.2° / 18.1° 19.7
Dingcheng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above China avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area18.3 sq mi (47.5 km²)
Population Density3,964/sq mi
Coordinates32.1272°N, 115.0394°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.46"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Mar 14, 2015.

Mar 14, 2015 27 km N of Fuyang, China M4.6 134 km
Apr 20, 2014 66 km S of Wuyang, China M4.2 136 km
Aug 5, 1993 37 km E of Dingcheng, China M3.8 38 km
Oct 28, 1993 29 km ENE of Wuyang, China M3.2 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.1 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.7 in
March 49°F (9°C) 2.6 in
April 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.6 in
June 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 5.0 in
September 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.9 in
November 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 0.8 in Driest

Dingcheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 37°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.5") and December the driest (0.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Dingcheng

Institution Type Founded Website
信阳师范大学理工学院 University - ,
河南技师学院光山分校 College - ,

Schools in Dingcheng

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
潢川县大风车幼儿园 - - - -
潢川幼儿师范学校 - - - -
河南省潢川高级中学 - - - -
潢川县第三中学 - - - -
潢川县黄冈实验学校 - - - -
潢川第三小学 - - - -
河南省潢川高级中学分校 - - - -
潢川一中 - - - -
潢川实验中学 - - - -
紫竹院高中 - - - -
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Museums in Dingcheng

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
中国茶具博物馆
唐宋馆

Hotels in Dingcheng

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

潢川金桂酒店

Theme Parks in Dingcheng

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

黄淮大丰收乡村世界

Train Stations in Dingcheng

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chuanliudian
Huangchuan
Lvdian
潢川北

Bus Stations in Dingcheng

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

潢川汽车站

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Dingcheng

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 10
Hospitals 4
Parks 4

🇨🇳 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 Dingcheng

What is the population of Dingcheng?

Dingcheng has a population of 72,663 residents and is located in China. The population density is 3,964 people per square mile, spread across 18.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Dingcheng?

Dingcheng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches.

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