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Nyingchi, China

Tibet · China

Nyingchi is a large city in Tibet, China with a population of 200,000. Elevation: 9,744 ft (2,970 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

Data updated June 2026

200,000 Population 362/sq mi density
9,744 ft Elevation 2,970 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
25.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population200,000
Density362/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
Rain25.1 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Population200,000
Population Density362 / sq mi
Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Coordinates29.6489°, 94.3551°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceTibet
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation25.1 inches (637 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)

About Nyingchi

Nyingchi is a large city in China (Tibet) with a population of 200,000. The city sits at an elevation of 9,744 feet (2,970 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Nyingchi

Nyingchi has an average annual temperature of 3.2°C (38°F). The hottest month is Aug (10.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 903 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5.2°C / 23°F -14.2° / 6.2° 4.4
Feb -4°C / 25°F -12.9° / 6.7° 13.5
Mar -0.2°C / 32°F -9° / 11.5° 21.6
Apr 2.4°C / 36°F -5.1° / 14° 66.2
May 5.6°C / 42°F -2.9° / 16.7° 79.9
Jun 8.9°C / 48°F 0.4° / 17.6° 182.8
Jul 10.4°C / 51°F 2.8° / 18.2° 194.3
Aug 10.6°C / 51°F 3.1° / 18.6° 120.4
Sep 8.4°C / 47°F 1.2° / 16.8° 149.6
Oct 4.4°C / 40°F -3.8° / 14.2° 61.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F -7.7° / 10.8° 5.3
Dec -3.1°C / 26°F -12.6° / 7.7° 3.3
Nyingchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 9,744 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below China avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,744 ft (2,970 m)
Area552.9 sq mi (1,432.1 km²)
Population Density362/sq mi
Coordinates29.6489°N, 94.3551°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.1"
34% below China avg
Snowfall 1.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.08"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

167 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 24, 2025.

Apr 23, 2019 22 km SE of Shi Yomi, India M5.9 140 km
Jun 1, 2005 46 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.8 89 km
Feb 6, 1992 163 km NE of Shi Yomi, India M5.6 113 km
Aug 18, 2003 166 km NE of Shi Yomi, India M5.5 121 km
Apr 16, 2013 Arunachal Pradesh, India M5.2 115 km
Feb 9, 1992 173 km NE of Shi Yomi, India M5.1 125 km
Jul 18, 2015 212 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.1 97 km
Jan 17, 2022 86 km NNW of Shi Yomi, India M5.1 45 km
Sep 4, 1993 205 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.1 90 km
Jul 27, 2023 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 91 km
Sep 27, 2004 176 km NE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 113 km
Aug 12, 2017 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 91 km
Jul 19, 2020 213 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 98 km
Aug 5, 2012 207 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 92 km
Aug 11, 2019 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 92 km
Jul 18, 1991 208 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 94 km
Aug 9, 2010 202 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 86 km
Aug 19, 2023 205 km N of Shi Yomi, India M5.0 87 km
Jul 28, 1991 203 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M4.9 87 km
Jul 27, 2020 212 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India M4.9 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 0.2 in
March 35°F (2°C) 0.6 in
April 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
July 56°F (13°C) 5.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
October 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 0.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.1 in

Nyingchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 27°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Nyingchi

Institution Type Founded Website
Xizang Agricultural and Husbandry University College - ,
八一镇农牧民文化技术学校 College - ,
林芝职业技术学校 College - Visit →

Schools in Nyingchi

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
林芝市第三小学 - - - -
林芝第二中学 - - - -
林芝市儿童福利院 - - - -
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Museums in Nyingchi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nyingchi Natural History Museum

Farmers Markets in Nyingchi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
雪域江南宏鑫建材市场

Hotels in Nyingchi

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

V-Continent Nyingchi
Vienna International
大峡谷酒店
林芝蓝都宾馆
西藏林芝泰立酒店

Cafes in Nyingchi

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Puntsok coffee

Monuments in Nyingchi

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

烈士陵园路

Gas Stations in Nyingchi

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #4817477025
PetroChina
Sinopec
中国石油东郊加油站

Banks in Nyingchi

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Industrial and Commercial Bank of China

Airports Near Nyingchi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nyingchi Mainling AirportLZYMedium Airport
Tuting Advanced Landing Ground-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Nyingchi

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 9
Hospitals 1
Restaurants 3
Cafes 1
Banks 1
Hotels 8
Parks 5
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 Nyingchi

What is the population of Nyingchi?

Nyingchi has a population of 200,000 residents and is located in China. The population density is 362 people per square mile, spread across 552.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nyingchi?

Nyingchi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.1 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.

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