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Emil, China

Xinjiang · China

Emil is a small city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 7,632. Elevation: 1,631 ft (497 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,632 Population 5/sq mi density
1,631 ft Elevation 497 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
22.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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About Emil

The Emil or Emin, also spelled Emel, Imil, etc., is a river in China and Kazakhstan. It flows through Tacheng (Tarbagatay) Prefecture of China's Xinjiang Uighur Autonomous Region and the East Kazakhstan Province of Kazakhstan, and is one of the principal affluents of Lake Alakol.

People

Population7,632
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)
Population7,632
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)
Coordinates46.6472°, 83.0743°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation22.5 inches (572 mm)
Annual Snowfall47.1 inches (120 cm)

About Emil

Emil is a small city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 7,632. The city sits at an elevation of 1,631 feet (497 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 11°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 22.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Emil

Emil has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 289 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 21.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 15.6
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 17.5
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 23.8
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 30.9
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 25.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 34.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 11.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 13.8
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 31.9
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 34.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 28.8
Emil has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 301 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 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 47.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 1,631 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below China avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,631 ft (497 m)
Area1,541.3 sq mi (3,991.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates46.6472°N, 83.0743°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.5"
41% below China avg
Snowfall 47.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.30"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 22, 2025.

Feb 1, 2019 117 km SSW of T?ghyl, Kazakhstan M5.3 30 km
Jul 12, 1998 99 km W of T?ghyl, Kazakhstan M5.2 120 km
Feb 13, 2009 84 km SSW of Zaysan, Kazakhstan M5.0 109 km
Apr 22, 2011 30 km NNE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.9 132 km
Apr 20, 2008 Kazakhstan-Xinjiang border region M4.9 70 km
Nov 6, 1997 85 km NNE of Urzhar, Kazakhstan M4.7 149 km
Nov 9, 1999 54 km ENE of Urzhar, Kazakhstan M4.7 95 km
May 21, 2018 97 km S of Urzhar, Kazakhstan M4.6 105 km
Feb 20, 2004 Eastern Kazakhstan M4.6 99 km
Jun 19, 1990 94 km NE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.6 79 km
Jun 28, 2000 110 km W of T?ghyl, Kazakhstan M4.6 127 km
Apr 17, 1997 95 km W of T?ghyl, Kazakhstan M4.4 116 km
Dec 6, 2009 42 km SE of Urzhar, Kazakhstan M4.3 82 km
Apr 23, 2011 28 km NNE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.3 134 km
Apr 22, 2025 29 km N of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.3 135 km
May 15, 2018 83 km NE of Urzhar, Kazakhstan M4.3 132 km
Aug 2, 2015 90 km NNE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.2 72 km
Aug 19, 2004 41 km NNE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.2 120 km
Mar 11, 2005 93 km E of Urzhar, Kazakhstan M3.9 50 km
Feb 6, 1998 83 km NNE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M3.8 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.4 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.5 in
April 49°F (10°C) 0.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 1.2 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 1.3 in Warmest, Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
September 60°F (16°C) 0.7 in
October 46°F (8°C) 0.8 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 0.8 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in

Emil has a seasonal temperature swing of 62°F / from 11°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.3") and February the driest (0.4").

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Museums in Emil

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
塔城地区文化馆
塔城地区新时代文明实践中心
塔城市手风琴馆
塔城红楼博物馆
新疆塔城锡伯族博物馆

Libraries in Emil

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
塔城地区图书馆0.0

Airports Near Emil

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tacheng Qianquan AirportTCGSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

🇨🇳 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 Emil

What is the population of Emil?

Emil has a population of 7,632 residents and is located in China. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,541.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Emil?

Emil has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.5 inches, with 47.1 inches of snow.

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