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Obo, China

Qinghai · China

Obo is a small town in Qinghai, China with a population of 2,755. Elevation: 11,237 ft (3,425 m). Average temperature: 33°F (1°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,755 Population 1/sq mi density
11,237 ft Elevation 3,425 meters
33°F Avg Temperature 1°C
19.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population2,755
Density1/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp33°F (1°C)
Rain19.9 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation11,237 ft (3,425 m)
Population2,755
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation11,237 ft (3,425 m)
Coordinates37.9646°, 100.9330°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceQinghai
Average Temperature33°F (1°C)
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation19.9 inches (504 mm)
Annual Snowfall86.8 inches (220 cm)

About Obo

Obo is a small town in China (Qinghai) with a population of 2,755. The city sits at an elevation of 11,237 feet (3,425 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 33°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 3°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Obo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 323 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 19.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 86.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,237 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

3°F Jan (-16°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average33.1°F
39% below China avg
January Average3°F (-16°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation11,237 ft (3,425 m)
Area3,453.1 sq mi (8,943.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates37.9646°N, 100.9330°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.9"
48% below China avg
Snowfall 86.8"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

90 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.9 on Apr 14, 2024.

Jan 7, 2022 northern Qinghai, China M6.6 35 km
Jan 20, 2016 91 km WSW of Wuwei, China M5.9 70 km
Oct 25, 2003 73 km SE of Zhangye, China M5.8 48 km
Oct 25, 2003 76 km SE of Zhangye, China M5.8 47 km
Sep 30, 1991 111 km SW of Jinchang, China M5.3 41 km
Oct 25, 2003 82 km SE of Zhangye, China M5.2 44 km
Jan 7, 2022 118 km SW of Jinchang, China M5.2 27 km
Aug 13, 2016 98 km WSW of Wuwei, China M5.2 61 km
Mar 30, 2008 70 km W of Wuwei, China M5.1 80 km
Jan 12, 2022 111 km WSW of Wuwei, China M5.1 52 km
Sep 16, 2019 44 km SSW of Zhangye, China M5.1 90 km
Jul 16, 2009 75 km E of Zhangye, China M5.1 106 km
Jan 2, 1991 96 km SSW of Zhangye, China M5.1 88 km
Jan 7, 2022 125 km SW of Jinchang, China M5.1 28 km
Jan 20, 2016 96 km WSW of Wuwei, China M5.0 69 km
Oct 6, 2003 39 km WSW of Zhangye, China M5.0 128 km
Jan 12, 2022 108 km WSW of Wuwei, China M5.0 52 km
Sep 19, 2013 100 km WSW of Wuwei, China M5.0 56 km
Jun 21, 1992 113 km SW of Zhangye, China M5.0 137 km
Jul 22, 2007 82 km W of Jinchang, China M5.0 59 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 3°F (-16°C) 0.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.1 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.3 in
April 36°F (2°C) 0.5 in
May 45°F (7°C) 1.4 in
June 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
July 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
September 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
October 35°F (1°C) 0.5 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.1 in
December 12°F (-11°C) 0.1 in

Obo has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 3°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.2") and January the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Obo

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
峨堡镇寄宿制民族小学 - - - -
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Gas Stations in Obo

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sinopec

Airports Near Obo

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Haibei Qilian AirportHBQSmall Airport

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 Obo

What is the population of Obo?

Obo has a population of 2,755 residents and is located in China. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,453.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Obo?

Obo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 3°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.9 inches, with 86.8 inches of snow.

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