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Nanchong, China

Sichuan · China

Nanchong is a major city in Sichuan, China with a population of 1,858,875. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

1,858,875 Population 386/sq mi density
942 ft Elevation 287 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
42.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population1,858,875
Density386/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Population1,858,875
Population Density386 / sq mi
Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Coordinates30.7951°, 106.0847°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceSichuan
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation42.9 inches (1,090 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nanchong

Nanchong is a major city in China (Sichuan) with a population of 1,858,875. The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet (287 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Nanchong

Nanchong has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 993 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.8°C / 44°F 4.2° / 9.4° 15.4
Feb 9.5°C / 49°F 6.5° / 12.5° 17.6
Mar 13.6°C / 56°F 9.8° / 17.4° 38.4
Apr 18.9°C / 66°F 14.6° / 23.2° 70.0
May 22.6°C / 73°F 18.4° / 26.9° 116.7
Jun 25.3°C / 78°F 21.5° / 29.1° 158.9
Jul 28°C / 82°F 24.1° / 32° 179.9
Aug 28.2°C / 83°F 23.8° / 32.5° 147.8
Sep 23.8°C / 75°F 20.2° / 27.3° 120.2
Oct 18.3°C / 65°F 15.5° / 21.1° 74.5
Nov 13.5°C / 56°F 10.7° / 16.3° 36.5
Dec 8.2°C / 47°F 6° / 10.4° 16.6
Nanchong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above China avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation942 ft (287 m)
Area4,819.3 sq mi (12,482.1 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates30.7951°N, 106.0847°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.9"
13% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.70"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.55"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

18 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.7. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 16, 2025.

May 12, 2008 13 km S of Mianyang, China M5.7 147 km
May 12, 2008 21 km S of Mianyang, China M5.4 142 km
Jan 30, 2010 eastern Sichuan, China M5.1 71 km
Feb 19, 2013 25 km NNE of Tongchuan, China M4.9 99 km
Feb 2, 2020 43 km SSE of Deyang, China M4.8 148 km
May 12, 2008 10 km NNE of Tongchuan, China M4.8 101 km
Jul 29, 2014 46 km NNE of Tongchuan, China M4.7 114 km
Jun 23, 2019 26 km NE of Chonglong, China M4.6 137 km
Aug 16, 2025 37 km WSW of Bishan, China M4.5 98 km
Aug 20, 1993 30 km NW of Yongchuan, China M4.5 144 km
Jul 29, 2014 45 km NNE of Tongchuan, China M4.5 104 km
Aug 11, 2016 68 km N of Fuling, China M4.4 127 km
Jun 17, 2019 24 km NE of Chonglong, China M4.4 139 km
Sep 26, 1995 23 km ESE of Jiangyou, China M4.3 146 km
May 12, 2008 23 km ENE of Deyang, China M4.0 148 km
Jun 8, 2008 41 km E of Tongchuan, China M3.8 61 km
Feb 4, 1998 13 km N of Yongchuan, China M3.7 148 km
Jul 24, 2008 24 km ESE of Mianyang, China M3.4 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1958 SICHUAN PROVINCE Earthquake 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.2 in
April 64°F (18°C) 2.8 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.7 in
June 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in
October 64°F (18°C) 2.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
December 47°F (8°C) 0.6 in

Nanchong has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 44°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.7") and January the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Nanchong

Institution Type Founded Website
China West Normal University main gate University
南充电影工业职业学院 College
川北医学院(临江校区) University
川北医学院(顺庆校区) University
川北医学院(高坪校区) University
西华师范大学(华凤校区) University
西华师范大学(行署校区) University
西南石油大学(南充校区) University Visit →

Schools in Nanchong

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
西华师范大学附属中学
西华师范大学附属中学
中共南充市委党校
西华师范大学附属小学校
南充市特殊教育学校
四川省服装艺术学校(新校区)
南充市五星中学(新城校区)
南充五中
孔迩街小学
南充市五星小学
南充市高级中学(顺庆校区)
南充一中
China west normal university old campus
四川省南充市电子技术学校
西华师范大学附属小学校
南充市特殊教育学校
四川省服装艺术学校(新校区)
南充市五星中学(新城校区)
南充五中
白塔中学
孔迩街小学
南充市五星小学
南充市高级中学(顺庆校区)
南充一中
南充市高级中学(嘉陵校区)
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Museums in Nanchong

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
南充市博物馆
南充市博物馆

Libraries in Nanchong

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
图书馆0.0

Hotels in Nanchong

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

北湖宾馆

Restaurants in Nanchong

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

食堂

Theatres in Nanchong

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

南充大剧院
露天剧场

Clinics in Nanchong

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

川北医学院新区附属医院

Train Stations in Nanchong

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nanchong
Nanchongbei
Nanchongdong

Bus Stations in Nanchong

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1267301380
CN #522383571
NANCHONG MASHIPU BUS Station

Gas Stations in Nanchong

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #3936176345
CN #4803881524
CN #7187090199

Banks in Nanchong

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China

Shopping Malls in Nanchong

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

尚品时代广场

Airports Near Nanchong

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Langzhong Gucheng AirportLZGMedium Airport
Nanchong Gaoping AirportNAOSmall Airport
Suining AirportSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Nanchong

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
川北医学院新区附属医院
川北医学院新区附属医院
王定华诊所
王定华诊所

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nanchong

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
栖乐寺
清泉寺
福音圣堂

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Nanchong

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 14
Hospitals 5
Bars 1
Supermarkets 2
Banks 1
Museums 1
Hotels 1
Parks 19

🇨🇳 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 Nanchong

What is the population of Nanchong?

Nanchong has a population of 1,858,875 residents and is located in China. The population density is 386 people per square mile, spread across 4,819.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nanchong?

Nanchong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.

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