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Karamay, China

Xinjiang · China

Karamay is a large city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 261,445. Elevation: 1,201 ft (366 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

261,445 Population 88/sq mi density
1,201 ft Elevation 366 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
4.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population261,445
Density88/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain4.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Population261,445
Population Density88 / sq mi
Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Coordinates45.5847°, 84.8872°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation4.5 inches (115 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.8 inches (2 cm)

About Karamay

Karamay is a large city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 261,445. The city sits at an elevation of 1,201 feet (366 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 4°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 4.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Karamay

Karamay has an average annual temperature of 9.3°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-15.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 127 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -15.4°C / 4°F -19° / -11.8° 4.4
Feb -10.4°C / 13°F -14.2° / -6.5° 3.6
Mar 1.8°C / 35°F -2.7° / 6.2° 3.3
Apr 14.4°C / 58°F 9.1° / 19.7° 9.1
May 20.9°C / 70°F 15.3° / 26.5° 14.0
Jun 26.2°C / 79°F 20.6° / 31.7° 17.9
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 22.3° / 33.3° 28.4
Aug 26.3°C / 79°F 20.8° / 31.8° 18.0
Sep 19.9°C / 68°F 14.7° / 25.1° 9.1
Oct 11.2°C / 52°F 6.7° / 15.6° 7.7
Nov 0.2°C / 32°F -3.2° / 3.7° 5.3
Dec -11.2°C / 12°F -14.3° / -8.2° 6.1
Karamay experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July / a wide seasonal temperature swing of 79°F. The area gets 328 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 4.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,201 feet.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below China avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,201 ft (366 m)
Area2,986.1 sq mi (7,733.9 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates45.5847°N, 84.8872°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 4.5"
88% below China avg
Snowfall 0.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 0.83"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.4 on Mar 15, 2022.

Feb 13, 2009 84 km SSW of Zaysan, Kazakhstan M5.0 133 km
Nov 30, 1996 46 km E of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.9 147 km
Jun 24, 2013 130 km NE of Xinyuan, China M4.7 146 km
Jun 19, 1990 94 km NE of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.6 138 km
Oct 4, 1992 7 km NE of Baijiantan, China M4.6 30 km
Jun 24, 2013 129 km NE of Xinyuan, China M4.5 146 km
Jun 16, 2008 76 km E of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.4 118 km
Mar 15, 2022 28 km SSE of Karamay, China M4.4 28 km
Feb 14, 2004 67 km SSE of Karamay, China M4.4 68 km
Jan 5, 1995 northern Xinjiang, China M4.1 69 km
Aug 20, 1999 109 km S of Karamay, China M3.9 109 km
Jun 7, 2005 11 km NW of Hoxtolgay, China M3.9 137 km
Oct 23, 2000 106 km WNW of Karamay, China M3.8 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 4°F (-16°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 11°F (-12°C) 0.1 in Driest
March 33°F (1°C) 0.2 in
April 56°F (14°C) 0.4 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.6 in
June 79°F (26°C) 0.7 in
July 83°F (28°C) 0.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 80°F (26°C) 0.6 in
September 68°F (20°C) 0.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 0.3 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 0.2 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.2 in

Karamay has a seasonal temperature swing of 79°F / from 4°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 4.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (0.8") and February the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Karamay

Institution Type Founded Website
Karamay Vocational & Technical College College - Visit →
XinJiang Second Medical College College - Visit →
中国石油大学(北京)(克拉玛依校区) University - ,

Schools in Karamay

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
克拉玛依市绿雅小学 - - - -
第二中学 - - - -
克拉玛依市第一中学 - - - -
克拉玛依市第六中学 - - - -
克拉玛依高级中学 - - - -
第二小学 - - - -
第七小学 - - - -
第三中学 - - - -
克拉玛依市第六小学 - - - -
克拉玛依市第一小学 - - - -
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Libraries in Karamay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
克拉玛依市图书馆0.0
克拉玛依市图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Karamay

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
克拉玛依市国际建材城
准噶尔市场
新花鸟鱼市

Theme Parks in Karamay

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

吉米乐园

Bus Stations in Karamay

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #880028892
CN #880028914

Gas Stations in Karamay

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #1097258408
CN #1097258409

Banks in Karamay

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

中国工商银行
农业银行
建设银行

Golf Courses in Karamay

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

大漠国际高尔夫

Airports Near Karamay

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huyanghe Wuwu Airport-Small Airport
Karamay AirportKRYSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

Around Karamay

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 13
Hospitals 2
Supermarkets 1
Banks 3
Hotels 2
Libraries 1
Parks 16

🇨🇳 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 Karamay

What is the population of Karamay?

Karamay has a population of 261,445 residents and is located in China. The population density is 88 people per square mile, spread across 2,986.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Karamay?

Karamay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 4°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 328 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 4.5 inches.

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