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Lichang, China

Chongqing · China

Lichang is a small city in Chongqing, China with a population of 7,943. Elevation: 1,138 ft (347 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,943 Population 501/sq mi density
1,138 ft Elevation 347 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
50.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population7,943
Density501/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Population7,943
Population Density501 / sq mi
Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Coordinates30.3491°, 108.1413°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceChongqing
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.5 inches (1,282 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lichang

Lichang is a small city in China (Chongqing) with a population of 7,943. The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet (347 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Lichang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,138 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above China avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,138 ft (347 m)
Area15.9 sq mi (41.1 km²)
Population Density501/sq mi
Coordinates30.3491°N, 108.1413°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.5"
33% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.44"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 16, 2025.

Aug 16, 2025 37 km WSW of Bishan, China M4.5 106 km
Jul 15, 1997 69 km WSW of Lichuan, China M4.5 21 km
Aug 11, 2016 68 km N of Fuling, China M4.4 82 km
Jul 18, 2013 66 km SSW of Wanxian, China M4.4 11 km
Dec 5, 1993 72 km ENE of Fuling, China M4.3 39 km
Jul 16, 2012 26 km SE of Fuling, China M4.2 108 km
May 30, 2012 72 km WSW of Lichuan, China M4.1 25 km
Feb 10, 2005 41 km WNW of Lichuan, China M4.1 28 km
Jan 29, 1993 65 km SSW of Wanxian, China M3.6 10 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 47°F (8°C) 0.8 in
March 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
April 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
May 71°F (22°C) 6.7 in
June 77°F (25°C) 7.2 in
July 82°F (28°C) 7.4 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 7.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 4.5 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 47°F (8°C) 1.1 in

Lichang has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 44°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.8").

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Farmers Markets in Lichang

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
云梯农贸市场

Ski Resorts Near Lichang

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
石柱天山滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Lichang

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dazhou Jinya AirportDZHMedium Airport
Liangping AirportLIASmall Airport
Wanzhou Wuqiao AirportWXNSmall 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 Lichang

What is the population of Lichang?

Lichang has a population of 7,943 residents and is located in China. The population density is 501 people per square mile, spread across 15.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lichang?

Lichang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.5 inches.

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