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Gar, China

Tibet · China

Gar is a small city in Tibet, China with a population of 24,910. Elevation: 14,035 ft (4,278 m). Average temperature: 29°F (-2°C).

Data updated June 2026

24,910 Population 60/sq mi density
14,035 ft Elevation 4,278 meters
29°F Avg Temperature -2°C
3.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population24,910
Density60/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp29°F (-2°C)
Rain3.2 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation14,035 ft (4,278 m)
Population24,910
Population Density60 / sq mi
Elevation14,035 ft (4,278 m)
Coordinates32.5012°, 80.0976°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceTibet
Average Temperature29°F (-2°C)
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation3.2 inches (81 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)

About Gar

Gar is a small city in China (Tibet) with a population of 24,910. The city sits at an elevation of 14,035 feet (4,278 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 29°F (-2°C). Temperatures range from 7°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 3.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Gar

Gar has an average annual temperature of 1.7°C (35°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-12°C). Average annual precipitation is 68 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -12°C / 10°F -19.5° / -4.4° 5.4
Feb -9.2°C / 15°F -16.7° / -1.8° 2.1
Mar -4.9°C / 23°F -12.6° / 2.8° 1.1
Apr 0.9°C / 34°F -6.7° / 8.5° 1.7
May 5.7°C / 42°F -1.4° / 12.8° 3.8
Jun 11.3°C / 52°F 4.3° / 18.3° 6.0
Jul 15.4°C / 60°F 8.8° / 22.1° 18.4
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 8.5° / 21.1° 21.9
Sep 10.1°C / 50°F 3° / 17.2° 5.4
Oct 1.2°C / 34°F -6.6° / 9.1° 0.9
Nov -4.4°C / 24°F -12.7° / 3.9° 0.5
Dec -8.6°C / 17°F -16.8° / -0.5° 0.7
Gar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 330 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 3.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 14,035 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average29.1°F
46% below China avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14,035 ft (4,278 m)
Area417.2 sq mi (1,080.4 km²)
Population Density60/sq mi
Coordinates32.5012°N, 80.0976°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 3.2"
92% below China avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 1.10"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 9, 2023.

Jul 31, 1994 141 km NNE of Josh?math, India M4.8 93 km
Jan 12, 1993 98 km NE of Josh?math, India M4.8 150 km
Feb 3, 2007 99 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.7 149 km
Aug 9, 2023 137 km NE of Sarāhan, India M4.7 140 km
Aug 24, 2021 112 km ENE of Sar?han, India M4.7 132 km
Apr 15, 2021 140 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.6 126 km
Jan 17, 2006 144 km ENE of Man?li, India M4.6 146 km
May 18, 1991 131 km NNE of Josh?math, India M4.6 94 km
Sep 25, 1993 201 km NNE of Josh?math, India M4.5 66 km
Aug 9, 2007 103 km NNE of Josh?math, India M4.5 129 km
Aug 1, 1994 139 km NNE of Josh?math, India M4.5 87 km
May 18, 1991 133 km NNE of Josh?math, India M4.5 92 km
Apr 10, 2015 western Xizang M4.5 135 km
Mar 2, 2007 western Xizang M4.4 137 km
May 28, 2020 196 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.4 57 km
Jun 17, 2000 200 km NE of Sar?han, India M4.4 92 km
Dec 6, 2013 156 km ENE of Man?li, India M4.3 141 km
Sep 20, 2022 237 km N of Burang, China M4.2 129 km
Feb 14, 2015 117 km NE of Josh?math, India M4.2 132 km
Feb 13, 2015 107 km NE of Josh?math, India M4.1 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 7°F (-14°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 10°F (-12°C) 0.0 in Driest
March 18°F (-8°C) 0.0 in
April 27°F (-3°C) 0.0 in
May 36°F (2°C) 0.1 in
June 46°F (8°C) 0.3 in
July 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
September 44°F (6°C) 0.3 in
October 29°F (-1°C) 0.1 in
November 18°F (-8°C) 0.0 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.0 in

Gar has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 7°F in January to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 3.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.1") and February the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Gar

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ngari Senior High School - - - -
阿里陕西实验学校 - - - -
西藏阿里地区中等职业技术学校 - - - -
阿里地区完全小学 - - - -
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Hotels in Gar

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Guge Dynasty Hotel
Hotel
Tibet Ali Hotel

Restaurants in Gar

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Guai Wei Chao Shou Restaurant
Marketplace Mini Hot Pot
Uigur Restaurant

Cafes in Gar

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

dico's fast food

Bus Stations in Gar

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #1070107992

Gas Stations in Gar

7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #1090591846
CN #1090591847
CN #307863538
CN #806426112
CN #9046298480
CN #9050496090
CN #9050924005

Stadiums & Teams in Gar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gar

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ngari Gunsa AirportNGQMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gar

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gyamug Lhakhang

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 Gar

What is the population of Gar?

Gar has a population of 24,910 residents and is located in China. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 417.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gar?

Gar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 29°F (-2°C). Winter temperatures average 7°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 3.2 inches.

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