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Mintang, China

Qinghai · China

Mintang is a small town in Qinghai, China with a population of 2,680. Elevation: 11,913 ft (3,631 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,680 Population 1/sq mi density
11,913 ft Elevation 3,631 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population2,680
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp30°F (-1°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation11,913 ft (3,631 m)
Population2,680
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation11,913 ft (3,631 m)
Coordinates33.8000°, 101.0333°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceQinghai
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (866 mm)
Annual Snowfall72.6 inches (184 cm)

About Mintang

Mintang is a small town in China (Qinghai) with a population of 2,680. The city sits at an elevation of 11,913 feet (3,631 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 30°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 13°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Mintang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 308 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 34.1 inches. The area receives 72.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,913 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average29.8°F
45% below China avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,913 ft (3,631 m)
Area5,688.2 sq mi (14,732.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates33.8000°N, 101.0333°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below China avg
Snowfall 72.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.20"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 24, 2021.

Sep 27, 1999 194 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M5.0 98 km
Nov 25, 1999 285 km SW of Xining, China M4.9 146 km
Mar 10, 1991 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 138 km
May 22, 2021 261 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.7 52 km
Dec 31, 1992 Southern Qinghai, China M4.6 49 km
Sep 20, 1994 Western Sichuan, China M4.6 101 km
Mar 4, 2004 Southern Qinghai, China M4.5 39 km
Jun 18, 2007 273 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.5 26 km
Mar 25, 2004 266 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.4 38 km
Sep 24, 2001 153 km SSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.4 149 km
Jul 3, 2008 Southern Qinghai, China M4.4 41 km
Sep 20, 2001 166 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.4 118 km
Jun 10, 2011 259 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.2 61 km
Mar 3, 2011 264 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.2 20 km
Sep 6, 1999 205 km WSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.2 98 km
Jun 24, 2021 186 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.2 96 km
Jan 5, 2009 Southern Qinghai, China M4.1 74 km
May 12, 2008 243 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.1 58 km
Jan 3, 1993 Southern Qinghai, China M4.0 35 km
Aug 12, 1998 218 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.0 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-10°C) 0.2 in
February 15°F (-10°C) 0.3 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in
April 31°F (-1°C) 1.5 in
May 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
June 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in
July 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in
September 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in
October 32°F (-0°C) 1.8 in
November 20°F (-7°C) 0.3 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Mintang has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 12°F in December to 46°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and December the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Mintang

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Golog Maqên AirportGMQMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mintang

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Mentang Gongba

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 Mintang

What is the population of Mintang?

Mintang has a population of 2,680 residents and is located in China. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 5,688.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Mintang?

Mintang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches, with 72.6 inches of snow.

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