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Lixian, China

Gansu · China

Lixian is a mid-size city in Gansu, China with a population of 58,300. Elevation: 4,652 ft (1,418 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

58,300 Population 221/sq mi density
4,652 ft Elevation 1,418 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population58,300
Density221/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation4,652 ft (1,418 m)
Population58,300
Population Density221 / sq mi
Elevation4,652 ft (1,418 m)
Coordinates34.1900°, 105.1725°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation24.9 inches (632 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Lixian

Lixian is a mid-size city in China (Gansu) with a population of 58,300. The city sits at an elevation of 4,652 feet (1,418 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Lixian

Lixian has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 689 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.1°C / 26°F -13.2° / 9.7° 2.8
Feb -0.6°C / 31°F -9° / 13.8° 10.2
Mar 4.9°C / 41°F -5.8° / 21.5° 25.1
Apr 9.5°C / 49°F -1.6° / 25.8° 62.1
May 13.6°C / 56°F 1.9° / 27.6° 72.4
Jun 17.5°C / 63°F 7.2° / 28.9° 85.3
Jul 19.5°C / 67°F 9.8° / 30.6° 140.8
Aug 19°C / 66°F 9° / 30° 115.5
Sep 14.9°C / 59°F 6° / 26.1° 82.3
Oct 8.3°C / 47°F -0.5° / 21.3° 77.0
Nov 3.2°C / 38°F -7.8° / 17.2° 13.6
Dec -2.5°C / 28°F -13.1° / 10.1° 2.3
Lixian experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,652 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average47.7°F
12% below China avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,652 ft (1,418 m)
Area263.4 sq mi (682.3 km²)
Population Density221/sq mi
Coordinates34.1900°N, 105.1725°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.9"
35% below China avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.61"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.2 on May 21, 2025.

Jul 21, 2013 60 km W of Mawu, China M5.9 91 km
Jul 22, 2013 68 km W of Mawu, China M5.4 99 km
Sep 7, 2004 107 km WNW of Mawu, China M5.2 139 km
Jun 20, 2006 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 126 km
Jul 22, 2013 49 km WNW of Mawu, China M4.9 82 km
Apr 9, 2005 50 km SW of Mawu, China M4.8 61 km
May 25, 2008 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 126 km
Mar 26, 2006 79 km SW of Mawu, China M4.7 80 km
Nov 17, 1998 76 km SSW of Mawu, China M4.7 69 km
Jan 10, 2007 130 km S of Mawu, China M4.7 111 km
Jul 28, 2013 63 km WNW of Mawu, China M4.6 95 km
Apr 15, 1999 99 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.6 127 km
Jul 26, 2013 104 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.6 134 km
Jul 19, 2015 96 km SE of Lanzhou, China M4.6 149 km
Aug 26, 2004 69 km S of Mawu, China M4.6 47 km
Feb 23, 2011 97 km W of Mawu, China M4.6 123 km
Jan 2, 2006 110 km S of Mawu, China M4.5 92 km
May 12, 2008 73 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.5 142 km
Jul 22, 2013 70 km W of Mawu, China M4.4 100 km
Jul 17, 2008 88 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.4 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 0.3 in
March 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.3 in
July 67°F (20°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 0.5 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.1 in Driest

Lixian has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 26°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and December the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Lixian

Institution Type Founded Website
西和职业中专 College - ,

Schools in Lixian

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
礼县西城小学 - - - -
礼县职业学院 - - - -
礼县第一中学 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lixian

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Lixian

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
甘肃秦文化博物馆

Hotels in Lixian

10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

商务酒店
天嘉大酒店
平安宾馆
恒悦宾馆
木羽宾馆
瑞鑫宾馆
秦都大酒店
花苑快捷宾馆
豪田大酒店
龙庭宾馆

Restaurants in Lixian

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

刀削面
热面皮
爱豆人小笼包
粮盛吉牛肉面
食堂
食堂
马家牛肉面
马强牛肉面

Bus Stations in Lixian

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #513688615
CN #8369391524
礼县汽车站

Gas Stations in Lixian

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #12794814656
CN #13058903190
CN #13058903191
CN #5020658235

Banks in Lixian

9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agricultural Bank of China
Agricultural Bank of China
China Construction Bank
Postal Savings Bank of China
甘肃银行
礼县农商银行
礼县农商银行
礼县农商银行
礼县农商银行

Shopping Malls in Lixian

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

礼县购物中心
秦礼时代广场

Stadiums & Teams in Lixian

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lixian

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Longnan Chengzhou AirportLNLMedium Airport
Tianshui Maijishan AirportTHQMedium Airport

Post Offices in Lixian

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
China Post

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 Lixian

What is the population of Lixian?

Lixian has a population of 58,300 residents and is located in China. The population density is 221 people per square mile, spread across 263.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lixian?

Lixian has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.9 inches.

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