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Jinding, China

Yunnan · China

Jinding is a mid-size city in Yunnan, China with a population of 53,667. Elevation: 8,238 ft (2,511 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

53,667 Population 475/sq mi density
8,238 ft Elevation 2,511 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Jinding

Jinding

The Jinding, elevation 3,077 metres (10,095 ft), is the main peak of Mount Emei, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sichuan, China. It is also a common name for the Buddhist Huazang Temple built on the summit. Jinding is the highest Buddhist temple in traditionally Han areas of China.

People

Population53,667
Density475/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation8,238 ft (2,511 m)
Population53,667
Population Density475 / sq mi
Elevation8,238 ft (2,511 m)
Coordinates26.4390°, 99.4406°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceYunnan
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation37.2 inches (944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Jinding

Jinding is a mid-size city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 53,667. The city sits at an elevation of 8,238 feet (2,511 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Jinding

Jinding has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.3°C), the coldest is Jan (2.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1021 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.9°C / 37°F -4.1° / 14° 15.5
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F -3.6° / 15.1° 30.3
Mar 8.1°C / 47°F -0.9° / 19.9° 23.7
Apr 11°C / 52°F 1.7° / 21.4° 50.2
May 14.3°C / 58°F 5° / 25.8° 60.8
Jun 16.7°C / 62°F 9.3° / 25.9° 149.3
Jul 17.1°C / 63°F 10.7° / 25.6° 202.4
Aug 17.3°C / 63°F 10.7° / 26° 240.9
Sep 15.8°C / 60°F 8.7° / 24.3° 131.3
Oct 12.9°C / 55°F 4.3° / 22.4° 83.2
Nov 7.8°C / 46°F -0.8° / 18.2° 19.3
Dec 4.1°C / 39°F -3.5° / 14.4° 14.5
Jinding experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 269 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 37.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 8,238 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below China avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Geography

Elevation8,238 ft (2,511 m)
Area112.9 sq mi (292.4 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates26.4390°N, 99.4406°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.2"
2% below China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.02"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

179 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 4, 2025.

Feb 3, 1996 47 km N of Lijiang, China M6.6 126 km
May 21, 2021 25 km NW of Dali, China M6.1 97 km
Oct 27, 2001 74 km SE of Lijiang, China M5.6 121 km
Feb 4, 1996 20 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.6 108 km
Sep 24, 1996 41 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.5 127 km
Feb 6, 1996 36 km N of Lijiang, China M5.5 118 km
May 2, 2023 26 km WSW of Bonan, China M5.3 117 km
Feb 6, 1996 46 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.2 134 km
Mar 3, 2013 59 km NW of Dali, China M5.2 63 km
May 21, 2021 22 km WNW of Dali, China M5.2 101 km
Apr 17, 2013 59 km NW of Dali, China M5.1 64 km
May 21, 2021 24 km WNW of Dali, China M5.1 101 km
May 21, 2021 21 km W of Dali, China M5.1 114 km
Feb 3, 1996 25 km N of Lijiang, China M5.1 107 km
Oct 23, 1997 22 km NE of Lijiang, China M5.1 113 km
May 21, 2021 32 km NW of Dali, China M5.0 89 km
May 21, 2021 29 km NNW of Dali, China M5.0 96 km
Jul 2, 1996 10 km N of Lijiang, China M5.0 99 km
Jun 4, 2025 21 km SSE of Jinhua, China M5.0 58 km
Jan 1, 2010 73 km SSW of Lijiang, China M5.0 46 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1951 CHINA: GANSU AND SHANXI PROVINCES Earthquake 2.0 m - 63 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tengchong (164 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tengchong Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,865 m (9,400 ft) -5750 164 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 0.7 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in
March 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
May 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
June 62°F (16°C) 4.4 in
July 62°F (17°C) 6.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 6.0 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 1.2 in
December 40°F (5°C) 0.6 in Driest

Jinding has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.0") and December the driest (0.6").

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Schools in Jinding

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
中交兰坪新时代希望学校 - - - -
兰坪一中 - - - -
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Hotels in Jinding

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

赶马人家精品客栈

Theatres in Jinding

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

戏台

Monuments in Jinding

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

石头花

Bus Stations in Jinding

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lanping Busterminal

Gas Stations in Jinding

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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Airports Near Jinding

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lanping Fenghua General AirportLFHSmall 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 Jinding

What is the population of Jinding?

Jinding has a population of 53,667 residents and is located in China. The population density is 475 people per square mile, spread across 112.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Jinding?

Jinding has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.2 inches.

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