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Lushui, China

Yunnan · China

Lushui is a large city in Yunnan, China with a population of 197,000. Elevation: 2,687 ft (819 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

197,000 Population 740/sq mi density
2,687 ft Elevation 819 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
51.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population197,000
Density740/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation2,687 ft (819 m)
Population197,000
Population Density740 / sq mi
Elevation2,687 ft (819 m)
Coordinates25.8232°, 98.8585°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceYunnan
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,305 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Lushui

Lushui is a large city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 197,000. The city sits at an elevation of 2,687 feet (819 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Lushui

Lushui has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1086 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.9°C / 41°F -2.7° / 14.6° 18.7
Feb 6.5°C / 44°F -2° / 16.4° 30.8
Mar 10.2°C / 50°F 1° / 21° 23.8
Apr 13°C / 55°F 4.1° / 23° 51.7
May 15.8°C / 60°F 7.4° / 26.4° 74.8
Jun 17.7°C / 64°F 11.2° / 26.3° 152.1
Jul 18°C / 64°F 12.4° / 26.6° 213.2
Aug 18.1°C / 65°F 12.2° / 26.5° 251.6
Sep 16.9°C / 62°F 10.8° / 24.5° 126.1
Oct 14.2°C / 58°F 6.2° / 22.4° 97.1
Nov 9.4°C / 49°F 0.8° / 18.3° 25.6
Dec 6°C / 43°F -2.3° / 15° 20.3
Lushui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,687 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above China avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,687 ft (819 m)
Area266.3 sq mi (689.7 km²)
Population Density740/sq mi
Coordinates25.8232°N, 98.8585°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.4"
35% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.13"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.67"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

145 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 4, 2025.

May 21, 2021 25 km NW of Dali, China M6.1 116 km
May 30, 2014 62 km SE of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.9 137 km
May 23, 2014 63 km SE of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.8 139 km
Apr 12, 2001 147 km SW of Dali, China M5.6 119 km
May 2, 2023 26 km WSW of Bonan, China M5.3 62 km
May 21, 2021 22 km WNW of Dali, China M5.2 117 km
Mar 3, 2013 59 km NW of Dali, China M5.2 97 km
Apr 17, 2013 59 km NW of Dali, China M5.1 94 km
Aug 9, 2011 143 km ESE of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.1 100 km
May 21, 2021 24 km WNW of Dali, China M5.1 115 km
May 21, 2021 21 km W of Dali, China M5.1 118 km
Sep 11, 2012 140 km SW of Dali, China M5.0 137 km
May 21, 2021 29 km NNW of Dali, China M5.0 127 km
Jan 1, 2010 73 km SSW of Lijiang, China M5.0 113 km
Mar 26, 2017 54 km NW of Dali, China M5.0 99 km
May 21, 2021 32 km NW of Dali, China M5.0 116 km
Jun 20, 2011 137 km ESE of Myitkyina, Myanmar M5.0 84 km
Jun 4, 2025 21 km SSE of Jinhua, China M5.0 131 km
Jun 12, 2021 68 km SE of Myitkyina, Myanmar M4.9 137 km
Jun 1, 2010 117 km SW of Dali, China M4.9 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1951 CHINA: GANSU AND SHANXI PROVINCES Earthquake 2.0 m - 150 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Tengchong (75 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tengchong Pyroclastic cone(s) 2,865 m (9,400 ft) -5750 75 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 0.8 in Coldest
February 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
March 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
April 62°F (16°C) 3.2 in
May 67°F (20°C) 3.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 8.4 in
July 70°F (21°C) 9.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 8.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 4.6 in
November 56°F (13°C) 1.6 in
December 51°F (10°C) 0.7 in Driest

Lushui has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 49°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.1") and December the driest (0.7").

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Colleges & Universities in Lushui

Institution Type Founded Website
怒江州职教中心 College - ,

Schools in Lushui

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
云南师范大学附属怒江州民族中学 - - - -
中交泸水希望学校 - - - -
新城完小 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Lushui

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Lushui

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
泸水市图书馆0.0

Hotels in Lushui

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nujiang Hotel

Bus Stations in Lushui

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

六库客运站

Gas Stations in Lushui

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #10068336016
CN #10068336017
CN #1099813199
CN #13481445873
CN #1418010396
Sinopec

Banks in Lushui

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

怒江农村商业银行

Shopping Malls in Lushui

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

鼎业·怒江广场

Stadiums & Teams in Lushui

TeamLeagueDivision

Post Offices in Lushui

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lushui

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
主恩堂
小沙坝基督教堂
排路坝教堂
马布河教堂

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Lushui

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 8
Hospitals 3
Restaurants 1
Banks 1
Hotels 6
Libraries 1
Parks 4
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 2

🇨🇳 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 Lushui

What is the population of Lushui?

Lushui has a population of 197,000 residents and is located in China. The population density is 740 people per square mile, spread across 266.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Lushui?

Lushui enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.4 inches.

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