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Gantang, China

Fujian · China

Gantang is a small town in Fujian, China with a population of 2,770. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

2,770 Population 3/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
65.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population2,770
Density3/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain65.4 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population2,770
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates26.9200°, 119.6333°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceFujian
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation65.4 inches (1,661 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gantang

Gantang is a small town in China (Fujian) with a population of 2,770. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 47°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Gantang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above China avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area937.9 sq mi (2,429.1 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates26.9200°N, 119.6333°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.4"
72% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.06"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Mar 6, 2008.

Mar 6, 2008 6 km ENE of Meipu, China M4.5 102 km
Feb 8, 2006 26 km WNW of Kunyang, China M4.3 114 km
Mar 6, 2008 15 km SW of Shuikou, China M4.1 122 km
Apr 21, 1996 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China M3.5 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

57 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Gaemi (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Gaemi Category 2 206 km
2024 Kong-rey Category 1 272 km
2023 Doksuri Category 1 207 km
2020 Hagupit Category 1 169 km
2019 Lekima Category 3 231 km
2019 Mitag Category 2 260 km
2018 Maria Category 2 74 km
2017 Nesat Category 1 258 km
2016 Meranti Category 2 279 km
2016 Megi Category 1 293 km
2015 Dujuan Category 2 218 km
2015 Soudelor Category 1 237 km
2014 Matmo Category 1 202 km
2013 Fitow Category 1 136 km
2013 Trami Category 1 136 km
2013 Soulik Category 1 119 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 3 170 km
2008 Jangmi Category 2 247 km
2008 Kalmaegi Category 2 271 km
2008 Fung-wong Category 1 251 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 3.6 in
March 53°F (12°C) 5.8 in
April 62°F (17°C) 6.5 in
May 69°F (21°C) 9.2 in
June 76°F (24°C) 11.1 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.7 in
September 76°F (24°C) 7.6 in
October 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
December 51°F (10°C) 1.6 in Driest

Gantang has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 47°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (1.6").

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Airports Near Gantang

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Matsu Beigan AirportMFKMedium Airport
Shuimen AirbaseSmall 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 Gantang

What is the population of Gantang?

Gantang has a population of 2,770 residents and is located in China. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 937.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gantang?

Gantang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.4 inches.

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