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Gaocheng, China

Sichuan · China

Gaocheng is a small town in Sichuan, China with a population of 0. Elevation: 12,910 ft (3,935 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

12,910 ft Elevation 3,935 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
42.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population0
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days342/yr
Elevation12,910 ft (3,935 m)
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation12,910 ft (3,935 m)
Coordinates29.9881°, 100.2694°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceSichuan
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,072 mm)
Annual Snowfall91.9 inches (233 cm)

About Gaocheng

Gaocheng is a small town in China (Sichuan) with a population of 0. The city sits at an elevation of 12,910 feet (3,935 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Gaocheng

Gaocheng has an average annual temperature of 5°C (41°F). The hottest month is Jul (12.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 784 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.7°C / 25°F -11.8° / 4.4° 1.5
Feb -1.8°C / 29°F -9.6° / 6° 4.2
Mar 1.3°C / 34°F -5.8° / 8.4° 14.4
Apr 4.7°C / 40°F -2.2° / 11.6° 28.9
May 8.8°C / 48°F 2.2° / 15.4° 60.7
Jun 11.8°C / 53°F 6° / 17.7° 149.8
Jul 12.2°C / 54°F 7° / 17.4° 202.3
Aug 11.9°C / 53°F 6.7° / 17.1° 167.2
Sep 10.4°C / 51°F 4.7° / 16° 113.5
Oct 6.4°C / 44°F -0.1° / 12.9° 30.4
Nov 0.8°C / 33°F -6.8° / 8.5° 9.1
Dec -2.6°C / 27°F -11.1° / 5.8° 2.0
Gaocheng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 342 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 42.2 inches. The area receives 91.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,910 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below China avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days342 days/yr

Geography

Elevation12,910 ft (3,935 m)
Area278.4 sq mi (721.1 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates29.9881°N, 100.2694°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.2"
11% above China avg
Snowfall 91.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

59 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 15, 2025.

Feb 23, 2001 96 km SW of Kangding, China M5.6 98 km
Jan 18, 2013 225 km E of Qamdo, China M5.4 138 km
Dec 21, 1996 236 km WNW of Kangding, China M5.4 100 km
Aug 8, 2002 219 km WNW of Kangding, China M5.3 108 km
Sep 22, 2016 223 km W of Kangding, China M5.3 63 km
Apr 8, 1990 233 km ESE of Qamdo, China M5.2 96 km
Sep 22, 2016 219 km W of Kangding, China M5.2 60 km
Apr 27, 2010 70 km NW of Kangding, China M5.1 121 km
Feb 26, 2008 20 km WNW of Kangding, China M5.1 145 km
Feb 14, 2001 95 km WSW of Kangding, China M5.0 96 km
Dec 28, 1990 228 km SE of Qamdo, China M5.0 119 km
Apr 14, 2012 169 km NNE of Shangri-La, China M4.9 77 km
Sep 16, 2003 108 km WSW of Kangding, China M4.9 91 km
Sep 26, 2016 227 km W of Kangding, China M4.9 67 km
Aug 19, 1990 233 km NNW of Shangri-La, China M4.8 107 km
Jan 7, 1992 233 km W of Kangding, China M4.8 72 km
Jun 24, 2011 113 km SW of Kangding, China M4.7 108 km
Sep 22, 2000 192 km NW of Kangding, China M4.7 148 km
May 17, 2013 158 km NNE of Shangri-La, China M4.7 88 km
Sep 22, 2016 214 km W of Kangding, China M4.7 53 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.5 in
March 36°F (2°C) 1.0 in
April 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 5.3 in
July 56°F (14°C) 6.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 56°F (13°C) 6.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.8 in
October 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
November 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.2 in

Gaocheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 24°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Gaocheng

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
理塘二中
理塘县城关第四完全小学
理塘县城关第三完全小学
牧区双语寄宿制示范小学
理塘县城关小学
四川省理塘县中学校
村戈乡小学
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Radio Stations near Gaocheng

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Gaocheng

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
G318 Road Nostalgic Mini Museum
仓央嘉措博物馆
理塘康巴人博物馆
理塘藏戏微博物馆

Farmers Markets in Gaocheng

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
理塘县城中菜市场

Hotels in Gaocheng

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The hotel of snow lion (good and not expensive for this city but no name on the house)
东山顶轻奢民宿
格林豪泰优选酒店
格聂大酒店
理塘路遥星空客栈

Restaurants in Gaocheng

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Breakfast dumplings
Tian Tian Restaurant
wish you sweet - tea house
传说理塘蔵餐
喜马拉雅民族餐吧

Cafes in Gaocheng

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Auntea Jenny
The coffee shop
云端一叶咖啡屋

Train Stations in Gaocheng

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

理塘

Bus Stations in Gaocheng

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Intercity Minibuses (morning departure)
康南客运集散中心

Gas Stations in Gaocheng

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1035103267
CN #1097921143
CN #5755945821
CN #8575498549
卓帆加油站

Banks in Gaocheng

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Agricultural Bank of China
Postal Savings Bank of China

Airports Near Gaocheng

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Daocheng Yading AirportDCYMedium Airport

Post Offices in Gaocheng

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
吉康快运

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gaocheng

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Central Hall
Dharma Laksano Instituto
Donatione
East Hilltop
Esoteric Buddhism Institute
Great Buddha Hall
New Dharma Laksano Instituto
Printing Institute
Renkang Ancient House(Birthhouse of 7th Dalai Lama)
The Old Hall of Shakyamuni Buddha
Zongkaba Hall

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 Gaocheng

What is the weather like in Gaocheng?

Gaocheng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 342 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 91.9 inches of snow.

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