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Kangding, China

Sichuan · China

Kangding is a mid-size city in Sichuan, China with a population of 100,000. Elevation: 9,272 ft (2,826 m). Average temperature: 39°F (4°C).

Data updated June 2026

100,000 Population 22/sq mi density
9,272 ft Elevation 2,826 meters
39°F Avg Temperature 4°C
29.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population100,000
Density22/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation9,272 ft (2,826 m)
Population100,000
Population Density22 / sq mi
Elevation9,272 ft (2,826 m)
Coordinates30.0022°, 101.9569°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceSichuan
Average Temperature39°F (4°C)
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (757 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.4 inches (4 cm)

About Kangding

Kangding is a mid-size city in China (Sichuan) with a population of 100,000. The city sits at an elevation of 9,272 feet (2,826 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 39°F (4°C). Temperatures range from 22°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Kangding

Kangding has an average annual temperature of 2.9°C (37°F). The hottest month is Jul (10.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1443 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5.7°C / 22°F -17.8° / 7.2° 10.3
Feb -3.7°C / 25°F -14.5° / 8.8° 21.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F -9.7° / 13.1° 43.3
Apr 2.5°C / 36°F -6.6° / 15.9° 99.1
May 5.4°C / 42°F -5° / 18.1° 170.2
Jun 8.7°C / 48°F -0.6° / 19.2° 173.4
Jul 10.2°C / 50°F 1.5° / 18.5° 293.8
Aug 10.1°C / 50°F 0.8° / 18.1° 293.1
Sep 7.7°C / 46°F -0.7° / 16.7° 206.5
Oct 3.8°C / 39°F -5.5° / 15.7° 91.1
Nov -0.4°C / 31°F -9.8° / 11.1° 28.4
Dec -4°C / 25°F -14.6° / 8° 11.7
Kangding has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 9,272 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below China avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,272 ft (2,826 m)
Area4,476.6 sq mi (11,594.5 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates30.0022°N, 101.9569°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"
22% below China avg
Snowfall 1.4"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.22"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

146 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.6 on Jan 25, 2025.

Sep 5, 2022 44 km SE of Kangding, China M6.6 45 km
Apr 20, 2013 56 km WSW of Linqiong, China M6.6 96 km
Jun 1, 2022 48 km W of Linqiong, China M5.8 106 km
Feb 23, 2001 96 km SW of Kangding, China M5.6 97 km
Jan 25, 2023 Western Sichuan, China M5.4 30 km
Jan 14, 2015 59 km WSW of Leshan, China M5.3 140 km
Jun 1, 2022 Western Sichuan, China M5.3 98 km
Feb 28, 2023 42 km S of Kangding, China M5.2 43 km
Apr 21, 2013 45 km WSW of Linqiong, China M5.2 106 km
Apr 20, 2013 55 km WSW of Linqiong, China M5.1 98 km
Apr 20, 2013 46 km WSW of Linqiong, China M5.1 105 km
Apr 20, 2013 39 km WSW of Linqiong, China M5.1 113 km
Feb 26, 2008 20 km WNW of Kangding, China M5.1 20 km
Apr 27, 2010 70 km NW of Kangding, China M5.1 70 km
Feb 14, 2001 95 km WSW of Kangding, China M5.0 96 km
Apr 20, 2013 62 km WSW of Linqiong, China M5.0 90 km
Apr 21, 2013 47 km WSW of Linqiong, China M5.0 105 km
May 11, 2023 42 km S of Kangding, China M4.9 43 km
Apr 20, 2013 48 km WSW of Linqiong, China M4.9 103 km
Jan 25, 2023 35 km SSE of Kangding, China M4.9 35 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 26°F (-3°C) 0.2 in
March 32°F (-0°C) 0.5 in
April 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
June 50°F (10°C) 6.2 in Wettest
July 53°F (12°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
September 48°F (9°C) 5.1 in
October 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
November 32°F (-0°C) 0.4 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 0.2 in

Kangding has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 22°F in January to 53°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.2") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Kangding

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
康定市第二中学 - - - -
甘孜藏族自治州特殊教育学校 - - - -
康定中学 - - - -
康定中学实验小学 - - - -
康定市新城实验小学 - - - -
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Museums in Kangding

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
甘孜藏族自治州博物馆

Hotels in Kangding

9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hôtel for foreigner
Kalakaer hotel
Kangba Holiday Inn
nice hotel 140cny
Xiangyun Hotel
康定岷山太阳部落大酒店
康定情歌大酒店
梵音文化酒店
溜溜城格桑花大酒店

Restaurants in Kangding

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Good and cheap Tibetan restaurant on the second floor
Hot Pot
Kangba Restaurant
Local Noodle
Rainy City Noodles
Shanxi Sliced Noodles
大同小吃
添添聚韩式自助烤肉
酸汤鸡

Cafes in Kangding

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HIYA COFFEE
Pine Cafe

Train Stations in Kangding

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

康定
火夹仲

Bus Stations in Kangding

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kangding Bus Terminal
康定新城客运中心

Gas Stations in Kangding

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

China Petro Station
CN #5923678786

Stadiums & Teams in Kangding

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Kangding

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
王岗坪滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Kangding

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kangding AirportKGTMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kangding

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anjue Monastery
Cathedral of the Sacred Heart
Dordrak Monastery
Nanwu Monastery
观音阁寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Kangding

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 5
Hospitals 3
Restaurants 3
Museums 1
Hotels 4
Parks 1
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 4

Things to See Near Kangding

1 places within 15 km

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🇨🇳 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 Kangding

What is the population of Kangding?

Kangding has a population of 100,000 residents and is located in China. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 4,476.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Kangding?

Kangding has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches, with 1.4 inches of snow.

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