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Huocheng, China

Xinjiang · China

Huocheng is a large city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 360,000. Elevation: 2,096 ft (639 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

360,000 Population 12,371/sq mi density
2,096 ft Elevation 639 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
9.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population360,000
Density12,371/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain9.8 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation2,096 ft (639 m)
Population360,000
Population Density12,371 / sq mi
Elevation2,096 ft (639 m)
Coordinates44.0531°, 80.8717°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation9.8 inches (248 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)

About Huocheng

Huocheng is a large city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 360,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,096 feet (639 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Huocheng

Huocheng has an average annual temperature of 12.9°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.3°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 274 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -2.2°C / 28°F -12.1° / 10.5° 12.9
Feb 0.7°C / 33°F -10.4° / 15.9° 17.7
Mar 7.4°C / 45°F -4.8° / 22.7° 30.2
Apr 14.6°C / 58°F 0.2° / 31.4° 25.0
May 20.3°C / 69°F 5.9° / 35.4° 33.0
Jun 25.2°C / 77°F 12.3° / 38.8° 20.7
Jul 28.3°C / 83°F 16.5° / 41.2° 21.2
Aug 26.3°C / 79°F 13.2° / 39.2° 24.5
Sep 20°C / 68°F 5.7° / 35.7° 20.5
Oct 11.8°C / 53°F -0° / 27.3° 25.3
Nov 3.7°C / 39°F -8.2° / 19.9° 27.2
Dec -1.7°C / 29°F -12° / 10° 15.8
Huocheng experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 62°F. The area gets 318 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 9.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,096 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below China avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,096 ft (639 m)
Area29.1 sq mi (75.4 km²)
Population Density12,371/sq mi
Coordinates44.0531°N, 80.8717°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 9.8"
74% below China avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.22"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

71 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 20, 2025.

Nov 1, 1995 89 km E of Kegen, Kazakhstan M5.3 132 km
Dec 10, 2000 44 km ENE of Huocheng, China M5.2 44 km
Jan 25, 2009 Kazakhstan-Xinjiang border region M5.1 91 km
Sep 14, 2012 70 km WNW of Xinyuan, China M5.0 133 km
Feb 20, 2003 52 km NNE of Huocheng, China M4.9 53 km
Jan 4, 2022 79 km W of Xinyuan, China M4.9 133 km
Feb 29, 2016 95 km SSW of Qapqal, China M4.8 114 km
Sep 13, 1990 57 km ENE of Qapqal, China M4.8 74 km
Jun 9, 2014 70 km N of Huocheng, China M4.8 71 km
Oct 16, 2011 northern Xinjiang, China M4.8 147 km
Sep 28, 1995 46 km NNE of Zharkent, Kazakhstan M4.8 78 km
Jan 17, 2001 22 km E of Zharkent, Kazakhstan M4.8 48 km
Aug 25, 2004 99 km ESE of Sarkand, Kazakhstan M4.7 129 km
Aug 4, 2013 60 km ENE of Huocheng, China M4.7 60 km
Jul 14, 2000 77 km W of Xinyuan, China M4.7 128 km
May 16, 2023 112 km ESE of Kegen, Kazakhstan M4.7 139 km
Aug 20, 2004 90 km SW of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.7 97 km
Jul 2, 2021 88 km SSE of Qapqal, China M4.7 121 km
Apr 1, 2003 91 km E of Sarkand, Kazakhstan M4.7 136 km
Jun 16, 2008 41 km SSW of Qapqal, China M4.6 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 18°F (-8°C) 0.6 in
March 35°F (2°C) 0.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 1.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.2 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 0.9 in Warmest
August 73°F (23°C) 0.6 in
September 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 0.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 0.9 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 0.8 in

Huocheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 63°F / from 13°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 9.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.2") and January the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Huocheng

Institution Type Founded Website
Huocheng Jiangsu Vocational and Technical School College
可克达拉职业技术学院 College

Schools in Huocheng

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yili Kunlun Technical School
霍城县江苏中学
霍城县第五中学
霍城县初级中学
Yili Kunlun Technical School
霍城县江阴初级中学
霍城县惠远中学
霍城县江苏中学
霍城县第五中学
霍城县初级中学
双渠希望小学
霍城县第一小学
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Libraries in Huocheng

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
可克达拉市图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Huocheng

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
可克达拉盛世创锦农产品批发交易中心

Hotels in Huocheng

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huocheng Liangqixiangye Homestay
叶之若庭民宿
霍城宏磊酒店

Castles in Huocheng

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huocheng Fort

Train Stations in Huocheng

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Huocheng
清水河 چىڭسىخوزا

Gas Stations in Huocheng

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1091376967

Ski Resorts Near Huocheng

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
赛里木湖滑雪场 0.0 $0
赛里木湖滑雪场 0.0 $0

Airports Near Huocheng

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ili Yining International AirportYINMedium Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

Around Huocheng

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 8
Hospitals 2
Banks 1
Hotels 1
Parks 4

Things to See Near Huocheng

1 places within 15 km

🏰 Castles (1)
  • • Huocheng Fort

🇨🇳 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 Huocheng

What is the population of Huocheng?

Huocheng has a population of 360,000 residents and is located in China. The population density is 12,371 people per square mile, spread across 29.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Huocheng?

Huocheng has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 9.8 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

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