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Hetu, China

Chongqing · China

Hetu is a small city in Chongqing, China with a population of 5,059. Elevation: 2,306 ft (703 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

5,059 Population 5/sq mi density
2,306 ft Elevation 703 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
70.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Hetu


Hetu Ala was the first capital city of the Jurchen-led Later Jin dynasty of China. It was the capital from 1616 to 1622. It was renamed to Xingjing in 1634.

People

Population5,059
Density5/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain70.4 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation2,306 ft (703 m)
Population5,059
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation2,306 ft (703 m)
Coordinates29.3090°, 107.0289°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceChongqing
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation70.4 inches (1,788 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.2 inches (8 cm)

About Hetu

Hetu is a small city in China (Chongqing) with a population of 5,059. The city sits at an elevation of 2,306 feet (703 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Hetu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,306 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above China avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,306 ft (703 m)
Area1,099.4 sq mi (2,847.4 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates29.3090°N, 107.0289°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.4"
85% above China avg
Snowfall 3.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.05"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.71"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 16, 2025.

Apr 30, 2002 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 135 km
Jun 23, 2001 29 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.8 140 km
Aug 13, 1997 29 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 139 km
Aug 17, 1999 28 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 138 km
Nov 19, 2009 45 km NW of Changsha, China M4.6 140 km
Jul 23, 2021 4 km ESE of Qingjiang, China M4.6 147 km
Aug 16, 2025 37 km WSW of Bishan, China M4.5 150 km
Jul 15, 1997 69 km WSW of Lichuan, China M4.5 143 km
Aug 20, 1993 30 km NW of Yongchuan, China M4.5 134 km
Feb 24, 1997 31 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.5 142 km
Feb 22, 2010 26 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.4 136 km
Apr 14, 1994 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.4 136 km
Aug 11, 2016 68 km N of Fuling, China M4.4 115 km
Jul 7, 2024 3 km WSW of Yongrong, China M4.3 136 km
Dec 5, 1993 72 km ENE of Fuling, China M4.3 126 km
Aug 8, 2010 18 km W of Jijiang, China M4.3 94 km
Jan 16, 1996 31 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.2 141 km
Apr 13, 2010 24 km WSW of Yongchuan, China M4.2 133 km
Jul 16, 2012 26 km SE of Fuling, China M4.2 57 km
Dec 28, 2012 11 km SE of Puhechang, China M4.2 48 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 0.7 in Coldest, Driest
February 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in
March 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
May 68°F (20°C) 6.5 in
June 73°F (23°C) 7.1 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in
September 71°F (22°C) 5.6 in
October 62°F (16°C) 4.0 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
December 44°F (7°C) 1.0 in

Hetu has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.7").

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Radio Stations near Hetu

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
重庆之声 news UNKNOWN
重庆私家车广播 综合 UNKNOWN
重庆音乐广播 music UNKNOWN

Gas Stations in Hetu

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #11287169374

Stadiums & Teams in Hetu

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Ski Resorts Near Hetu

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
金佛山西坡滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -
金佛山北坡滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -
仙女山滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -
际华园室内滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Hetu

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chongqing Jiangbei International AirportCKGLarge Airport
Chongqing Baishiyi Air Base-Medium Airport
Chongqing Xiannüshan AirportCQWMedium Airport
Fuling Airfield-Small 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 Hetu

What is the population of Hetu?

Hetu has a population of 5,059 residents and is located in China. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,099.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Hetu?

Hetu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.4 inches, with 3.2 inches of snow.

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