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Gaochang, China

Xinjiang · China

Gaochang is a small town in Xinjiang, China with a population of 0. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

39 ft Elevation 12 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
0.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain0.7 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates42.9408°, 89.1862°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation0.7 inches (18 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Gaochang

Gaochang is a small town in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 0.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Gaochang

Gaochang has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (33°C), the coldest is Jan (-6.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 75 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -6.4°C / 20°F -10.5° / -2.4° 30.4
Feb 1.6°C / 35°F -3.7° / 7° 30.6
Mar 11.4°C / 53°F 5.2° / 17.5° 0.8
Apr 20.5°C / 69°F 13.6° / 27.4° 0.8
May 26.7°C / 80°F 19.5° / 33.9° 0.9
Jun 31.5°C / 89°F 24.3° / 38.7° 2.5
Jul 33°C / 91°F 25.9° / 40.2° 2.3
Aug 31.4°C / 89°F 24° / 38.8° 2.1
Sep 25.2°C / 77°F 17.8° / 32.5° 1.3
Oct 15.5°C / 60°F 8.6° / 22.4° 1.5
Nov 5.1°C / 41°F -0.1° / 10.3° 0.7
Dec -4.2°C / 24°F -7.8° / -0.5° 1.1
Gaochang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 324 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 0.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below China avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area5,270.5 sq mi (13,650.6 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates42.9408°N, 89.1862°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 0.7"
98% below China avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (May) 0.60"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.9 on Jul 9, 2025.

Nov 27, 1992 108 km S of Turpan, China M5.3 107 km
Jun 8, 2011 76 km W of Turpan, China M5.1 77 km
Oct 18, 1999 131 km S of Turpan, China M5.0 131 km
Jun 8, 2011 62 km W of Turpan, China M5.0 63 km
Jun 24, 2015 137 km SSW of Turpan, China M5.0 137 km
Sep 17, 2024 52 km ESE of Ürümqi, China M4.9 113 km
Jul 9, 2025 77 km W of Turpan, China M4.9 79 km
Jun 16, 2022 109 km WSW of Turpan, China M4.9 110 km
Jul 22, 2019 108 km S of Ürümqi, China M4.8 124 km
Feb 27, 2022 139 km E of Sishilichengzi, China M4.8 141 km
Mar 13, 2003 128 km S of Turpan, China M4.8 128 km
Jun 8, 2011 73 km WNW of Turpan, China M4.8 75 km
Sep 17, 1991 79 km SSE of Ürümqi, China M4.8 102 km
Mar 29, 2007 45 km SE of Ürümqi, China M4.7 117 km
Oct 2, 2002 69 km N of Turpan, China M4.6 70 km
May 20, 2016 61 km WNW of Turpan, China M4.6 62 km
Jun 4, 2008 98 km E of Ürümqi, China M4.6 110 km
Jun 8, 2011 68 km WNW of Turpan, China M4.6 69 km
Mar 9, 2006 143 km SSE of Turpan, China M4.5 143 km
Aug 19, 2015 30 km E of Ürümqi, China M4.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 20°F (-6°C) 0.1 in
March 37°F (3°C) 0.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 0.4 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Wettest
June 78°F (26°C) 0.6 in
July 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 0.4 in
November 33°F (1°C) 0.3 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Gaochang has a seasonal temperature swing of 65°F / from 17°F in December to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (0.6") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Gaochang

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
吐鲁番市特殊教育学校
Gaochang District No.3 Middle School
Turpan Gaochang District Secondary Vocational and Technical School
吐鲁番市高昌区第五中学
吐鲁番市特殊教育学校
高昌区第五小学
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Museums in Gaochang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Jiaohe Ancient Uygur City Museum
Karez system Museum
Karez system Museum
Turpan Museum
坎兒井

Farmers Markets in Gaochang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
吐鲁番葡萄干市场

Hotels in Gaochang

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tianhe Binguan
吐鲁番宾馆
吐鲁番达卜青年旅舍

Restaurants in Gaochang

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hanzada Restaurant
Kadinas Restaurant
tasty stone pots
托克逊小胖子拌面
海尔巴格吐鲁番餐饮美都

Monuments in Gaochang

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

emin minaret

Castles in Gaochang

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buddhist ancient pagoda

Bus Stations in Gaochang

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bus stop 202

Gas Stations in Gaochang

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1115462623
CN #1115462624
CN #1115462625
CN #12914069301
CN #8588443438

Airports Near Gaochang

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Turpan Jiaohe AirportTLQMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gaochang

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
清真寺 مەسچىتى

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Gaochang

What is the weather like in Gaochang?

Gaochang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 0.7 inches.

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