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Gaoping, China

Chongqing · China

Gaoping is a small city in Chongqing, China with a population of 13,523. Elevation: 1,601 ft (488 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

13,523 Population 49/sq mi density
1,601 ft Elevation 488 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
41.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Gaoping

Gaoping

Gaoping is a county-level city in the southeast of Shanxi Province, China, under the administration of the prefecture-level city of Jincheng. It has a history stretching back to the Warring States period. Part of the city was formerly known as Changping where a noted battle took place in 260 BCE between forces from the rival States of Qin and Zhao.

People

Population13,523
Density49/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,601 ft (488 m)
Population13,523
Population Density49 / sq mi
Elevation1,601 ft (488 m)
Coordinates29.8410°, 105.6666°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceChongqing
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation41.9 inches (1,065 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gaoping

Gaoping is a small city in China (Chongqing) with a population of 13,523. The city sits at an elevation of 1,601 feet (488 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Gaoping

Gaoping has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1230 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.8°C / 44°F -1.7° / 16° 18.7
Feb 9.5°C / 49°F 1.3° / 21.1° 16.6
Mar 15.1°C / 59°F 5° / 28.2° 47.3
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 9.7° / 31.9° 99.8
May 22.8°C / 73°F 13.5° / 33.6° 117.3
Jun 25.7°C / 78°F 17.6° / 35.1° 185.9
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 20.3° / 35.6° 271.4
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 19.4° / 37° 149.1
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 16.3° / 34.4° 167.9
Oct 18.3°C / 65°F 10.2° / 29.4° 103.3
Nov 13.5°C / 56°F 4° / 23.8° 36.0
Dec 7.6°C / 46°F -0.7° / 16.7° 16.7
Gaoping enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,601 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above China avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,601 ft (488 m)
Area276.6 sq mi (716.5 km²)
Population Density49/sq mi
Coordinates29.8410°N, 105.6666°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"
10% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.63"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

78 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.2 on Apr 16, 2025.

Jan 30, 2010 eastern Sichuan, China M5.1 48 km
Feb 28, 1996 27 km S of Zigong, China M5.1 122 km
Sep 7, 2019 14 km WSW of Neijiang, China M5.0 79 km
Feb 25, 2019 21 km NW of Zigong, China M4.9 110 km
Nov 11, 2012 33 km SE of Neijiang, China M4.9 69 km
Sep 8, 2019 22 km NW of Zigong, China M4.9 111 km
Feb 23, 2019 28 km NW of Zigong, China M4.9 116 km
Jan 1, 2020 41 km SE of Zigong, China M4.8 110 km
Aug 13, 1997 29 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 46 km
Apr 30, 2002 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 43 km
Jun 23, 2001 29 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.8 50 km
Aug 17, 1999 28 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 49 km
Feb 2, 2020 43 km SSE of Deyang, China M4.8 149 km
Sep 10, 2010 41 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.7 59 km
Aug 19, 2023 12 km WSW of Neijiang, China M4.7 78 km
Feb 25, 2019 25 km NW of Zigong, China M4.6 115 km
May 31, 2002 eastern Sichuan, China M4.6 148 km
Mar 18, 2025 30 km NNW of Zigong, China M4.6 105 km
Nov 10, 2012 41 km SE of Neijiang, China M4.6 69 km
Jan 18, 2013 33 km SE of Neijiang, China M4.6 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 47°F (9°C) 0.7 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 4.6 in
June 76°F (24°C) 6.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 6.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
December 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in

Gaoping has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Gaoping

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
石羊中学
双龙中学
石羊镇初级中学
石羊中学
石羊镇小学
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Museums in Gaoping

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dazu Rock Carving Museum
大足文化馆
大足科技馆
重庆大足石刻艺术博物馆

Farmers Markets in Gaoping

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
平滩综合市场
平滩肉类市场
平滩菜市场

Hotels in Gaoping

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

名城大酒店

Castles in Gaoping

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

松树坡

Breweries in Gaoping

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
平滩叶氏酒厂

Stadiums & Teams in Gaoping

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gaoping

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chongqing Baishiyi Air BaseMedium Airport
Dazu Air BaseDZUSmall Airport
Suining AirportSmall Airport
Yongchuan Da'an General AirportYGASmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gaoping

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
孔雀洞
王家经堂
茗山寺

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 Gaoping

What is the population of Gaoping?

Gaoping has a population of 13,523 residents and is located in China. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 276.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gaoping?

Gaoping enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.

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