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Kaiyuan, China

Yunnan · China

Kaiyuan is a large city in Yunnan, China with a population of 198,423. Elevation: 4,131 ft (1,259 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

198,423 Population 265/sq mi density
4,131 ft Elevation 1,259 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
38.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population198,423
Density265/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Population198,423
Population Density265 / sq mi
Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Coordinates23.6977°, 103.3037°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceYunnan
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation38.5 inches (978 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Kaiyuan

Kaiyuan is a large city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 198,423. The city sits at an elevation of 4,131 feet (1,259 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Kaiyuan

Kaiyuan has an average annual temperature of 17.9°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jun (22.6°C), the coldest is Jan (10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1008 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 10.9°C / 52°F -0.3° / 21.9° 40.8
Feb 13.2°C / 56°F 2.4° / 24.6° 29.8
Mar 17.6°C / 64°F 7° / 29.2° 29.4
Apr 20.5°C / 69°F 9.9° / 32.2° 53.5
May 22.5°C / 72°F 14° / 33.1° 93.1
Jun 22.6°C / 73°F 16.1° / 31° 154.9
Jul 22.1°C / 72°F 16.3° / 29.2° 186.6
Aug 21.8°C / 71°F 15.5° / 29.2° 176.8
Sep 20.4°C / 69°F 13.2° / 27.9° 134.3
Oct 17.7°C / 64°F 7.8° / 26.5° 61.7
Nov 15°C / 59°F 5.4° / 24.8° 27.9
Dec 11.1°C / 52°F 0.3° / 22.2° 19.9
Kaiyuan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,131 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above China avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,131 ft (1,259 m)
Area749.0 sq mi (1,940.0 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates23.6977°N, 103.3037°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.15"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 21, 2023.

Apr 24, 1995 73 km SSW of Gejiu, China M5.2 114 km
Jan 26, 2000 28 km S of Zhongshu, China M4.9 80 km
Nov 24, 1999 36 km SE of Haikou, China M4.8 108 km
Aug 13, 2005 32 km NNW of Wenshan City, China M4.8 82 km
Apr 13, 2015 47 km NW of Kaiyuan, China M4.7 48 km
Dec 29, 1990 48 km WNW of Kaiyuan, China M4.6 49 km
Jul 14, 2001 16 km NE of Yuxi, China M4.6 107 km
Apr 19, 2014 12 km SSE of Zhongshu, China M4.6 93 km
May 4, 2016 19 km SE of Gejiu, China M4.5 50 km
May 27, 2002 11 km NNE of Kaiyuan, China M4.5 11 km
Apr 30, 2001 97 km WSW of Gejiu, China M4.5 129 km
Jun 9, 2007 33 km NNW of Kaiyuan, China M4.5 34 km
May 4, 2016 20 km ESE of Gejiu, China M4.5 44 km
May 24, 2001 29 km NW of Shilin, China M4.5 144 km
Oct 4, 1992 49 km WNW of Gejiu, China M4.4 66 km
Mar 5, 1991 106 km WSW of Gejiu, China M4.4 137 km
Nov 28, 2001 82 km W of Sa Pa, Vietnam M4.3 140 km
Jul 12, 2020 87 km SW of Gejiu, China M4.3 126 km
Aug 22, 2004 62 km ESE of Zhongshu, China M4.3 117 km
May 24, 2017 22 km ESE of Kaiyuan, China M4.3 23 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 57°F (14°C) 0.7 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.9 in
April 69°F (20°C) 1.5 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
June 73°F (23°C) 6.7 in Warmest
July 73°F (23°C) 8.2 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 7.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.6 in
October 65°F (19°C) 2.4 in
November 59°F (15°C) 1.7 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in

Kaiyuan has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 53°F in January to 73°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 38.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Kaiyuan

Institution Type Founded Website
红河技师学院 University

Schools in Kaiyuan

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
开远市泸江小学校
彩云小学
灵泉小学
开远市第五中学
开远市第四中学
开远行知学校
西湖小学校
乐白道中心小学
开远实验中学
开远市第一中学
凤凰小学
开远市第九中学
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Museums in Kaiyuan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Shadian Patriotic Red Museum
滇越铁路历史文化陈列馆

Hotels in Kaiyuan

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

和平宾馆
回来民宿
壹号公馆

Restaurants in Kaiyuan

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

156记忆餐厅

Monuments in Kaiyuan

4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Shadian Incident Shesid Memorial (New Monument)
The Shadian Incident Shesid Memorial (Old Monument)
九天阁
开远发电厂旧址

Train Stations in Kaiyuan

7 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Data
Kaiyuan
Kaiyuannan
Shilicun
Yulinshan
Zhumashao
石岩寨

Bus Stations in Kaiyuan

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

开远客运南站
开远汽车客运站

Gas Stations in Kaiyuan

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #5264681531

Airports Near Kaiyuan

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Honghe Mengzi Airport / Mengzi Air BaseMedium Airport
Wenshan Air BaseMedium Airport
Honghe Mengzi Airport (under construction)Small Airport
Mile Dongfeng AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kaiyuan

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
三教殿
北城清真寺
卧龙寺
开乐寺
泓福寺
清真寺
缘觉寺
观音寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Kaiyuan

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 3
Hospitals 2
Parks 3
Places of Worship 3

🇨🇳 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 Kaiyuan

What is the population of Kaiyuan?

Kaiyuan has a population of 198,423 residents and is located in China. The population density is 265 people per square mile, spread across 749.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kaiyuan?

Kaiyuan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches.

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