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Jishou, China
Hunan · China
Jishou is a large city in Hunan, China with a population of 102,332. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 102,332 |
| Population Density | 8,724 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.3193°, 109.7335° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Hunan |
| Average Temperature | 63°F (17°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.6 inches (1,336 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Jishou
Jishou is a large city in China (Hunan) with a population of 102,332. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet (201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Jishou
Jishou has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.9°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1584 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.0°F |
| 17% above China avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 659 ft (201 m) |
| Area | 11.7 sq mi (30.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,724/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.3193°N, 109.7335°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 8.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
Jishou has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 42°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.1") and December the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Jishou
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 吉首大学（砂子坳校区） | University | - | , |
| 吉首大学(老校区) | University | - | , |
| 吉首大学(雷公井校区) | University | - | , |
| 湘西民族职业技术学院 | College | - | , |
Schools in Jishou
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 吉首大学(雷公井校区)附属小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 吉首市第一中学初中部 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Jishou
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 十八洞村非遗中心 |
Libraries in Jishou
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 湘西州图书馆 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Jishou
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Jishou
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Jishou
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Jishou
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Jishou
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tongren Fenghuang Airport | TEN | Medium Airport |
| Xiangxi Biancheng Airport | DXJ | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Jishou
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇨🇳 About China
Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Jishou
What is the population of Jishou?
Jishou has a population of 102,332 residents and is located in China. The population density is 8,724 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Jishou?
Jishou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches.