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Doilungdêqên, China

Tibet · China

Doilungdêqên is a large city in Tibet, China with a population of 137,451. Elevation: 12,021 ft (3,664 m). Average temperature: 40°F (4°C).

137,451 Population 5,352/sq mi density
12,021 ft Elevation 3,664 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 4°C
14.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population137,451
Density5,352/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
Rain14.9 in/yr
Sunny Days309/yr
Elevation12,021 ft (3,664 m)
Population137,451
Population Density5,352 / sq mi
Elevation12,021 ft (3,664 m)
Coordinates29.6551°, 90.9918°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceTibet
Average Temperature40°F (4°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation14.9 inches (378 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)

About Doilungdêqên

Doilungdêqên is a large city in China (Tibet) with a population of 137,451. The city sits at an elevation of 12,021 feet (3,664 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 40°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 23°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 14.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Doilungdêqên

Doilungdêqên has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jun (17.4°C), the coldest is Jan (0.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 471 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.5°C / 33°F -7.2° / 8.2° 0.8
Feb 2.9°C / 37°F -4.4° / 10.2° 1.5
Mar 6.4°C / 44°F -0.6° / 13.4° 3.7
Apr 9.6°C / 49°F 2.9° / 16.4° 8.7
May 13.8°C / 57°F 7° / 20.5° 30.8
Jun 17.4°C / 63°F 11° / 23.9° 81.3
Jul 17.4°C / 63°F 11.6° / 23.2° 140.8
Aug 16.6°C / 62°F 11° / 22.2° 128.0
Sep 15.1°C / 59°F 9.1° / 21.1° 66.7
Oct 10.6°C / 51°F 3.5° / 17.8° 7.3
Nov 5.3°C / 42°F -2.5° / 13.1° 1.1
Dec 1.5°C / 35°F -6.5° / 9.4° 0.5
Doilungdêqên has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 309 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 14.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 12,021 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below China avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days309 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,021 ft (3,664 m)
Area25.7 sq mi (66.5 km²)
Population Density5,352/sq mi
Coordinates29.6551°N, 90.9918°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 14.9"
61% below China avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Jul 30, 1992 68 km SW of Dêqên, China M6.1 81 km
Jan 18, 1993 102 km NNW of Dêqên, China M5.9 144 km
Oct 30, 1997 70 km N of Jiangzi, China M5.3 126 km
Jan 26, 1996 81 km SW of Nagqu, China M5.1 148 km
Aug 16, 1992 110 km ENE of Lhasa, China M5.0 120 km
Feb 22, 1990 58 km NE of Jiangzi, China M5.0 100 km
May 14, 2010 47 km SW of Dêqên, China M4.9 61 km
Jul 24, 1992 71 km NE of Jiangzi, China M4.8 87 km
Jan 30, 2000 96 km ESE of Lhasa, China M4.8 106 km
Oct 11, 1994 98 km NE of Lhasa, China M4.8 107 km
Oct 15, 1999 74 km WSW of Dêqên, China M4.7 90 km
Mar 21, 1995 91 km NNW of Dêqên, China M4.7 135 km
Apr 21, 2021 92 km W of Dêqên, China M4.7 125 km
Mar 5, 1997 97 km NNW of Dêqên, China M4.7 140 km
Feb 15, 1993 103 km NNW of Dêqên, China M4.6 145 km
May 8, 2005 46 km WNW of Dêqên, China M4.6 86 km
May 6, 1990 63 km W of Dêqên, China M4.5 92 km
Jun 14, 2008 79 km W of Dêqên, China M4.5 111 km
Jan 18, 1993 103 km NNW of Dêqên, China M4.5 144 km
Aug 3, 2025 121 km E of Lhasa, China M4.5 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 0.0 in
March 36°F (2°C) 0.1 in
April 40°F (4°C) 0.2 in
May 47°F (8°C) 0.9 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
July 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
September 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
October 41°F (5°C) 0.3 in
November 31°F (-1°C) 0.1 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 0.0 in

Doilungdêqên has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 23°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Doilungdêqên

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
拉萨那曲高级中学
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Museums in Doilungdêqên

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Tibetan National Museum
Tibetan National Museum
朗孜夏陈列馆
朗孜夏陈列馆
清政府驻藏大臣衙门旧址
清政府驻藏大臣衙门旧址
西藏百万农奴解放纪念馆
西藏百万农奴解放纪念馆
西藏革命建设改革纪念馆
西藏革命建设改革纪念馆

Libraries in Doilungdêqên

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
西藏自治区图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Doilungdêqên

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
八廓特色产品商城
冲赛康市场
温州商贸城

Train Stations in Doilungdêqên

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

拉萨西

Gas Stations in Doilungdêqên

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1144437330
CN #1144465359
CN #12170354407
CN #9322255688
CN #9322330102

Stadiums & Teams in Doilungdêqên

TeamLeagueDivision
Lhasa Stadium

Airports Near Doilungdêqên

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lhasa Gonggar International AirportLXALarge Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Doilungdêqên

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
噶东寺
热擦寺
觉木隆寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Doilungdêqên

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 6
Hospitals 1
Parks 5
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near Doilungdêqên

2 places within 15 km

🌄 Viewpoints (2)
  • • Potala Palace Viewpoint
  • • Potala view with wetlands

🇨🇳 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 Doilungdêqên

What is the population of Doilungdêqên?

Doilungdêqên has a population of 137,451 residents and is located in China. The population density is 5,352 people per square mile, spread across 25.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Doilungdêqên?

Doilungdêqên has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 309 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 14.9 inches.

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