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Pipa, China

Gansu · China

Pipa is a small city in Gansu, China with a population of 14,053. Elevation: 4,688 ft (1,429 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

14,053 Population 6/sq mi density
4,688 ft Elevation 1,429 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
27.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Pipa

Pipa is a town in Wudu District, Longnan, Gansu province, China. As of 2020, it has 26 villages under its administration:Wutuo Village (勿驮村)
Maya Village (麻崖村)
Loudi Village (楼底村)
Maopo Village (毛坡村)
Jigongyan Village (鸡公眼村)
Qiuju Village (秋咀村)
Wangjiashanggou Village (王家上沟村)
Tangba Village (唐坝村)
Wafangba Village (瓦房坝村)
Mafugou Village (麻付沟村)
Hujiagou Village (胡家沟村)
Xiaochuanba Village (小川坝村)
Majiagou Village (马家沟村)
Gaojiaba Village (高家坝村)
Pipajie Village (琵琶街村)
Xiaohe Village (小河村)
Wujiashan Village (武家山村)
Longtan Village (龙潭村)
Xiagaojia Village (下高家村)
Wangjiashan Village (王家山村)
Maojiagou Village (毛家沟村)
Zhangba Village (张坝村)
Xuanwan Village (玄湾村)
Ningqiang Village (宁强村)
Tanba Village (谈坝村)
Shuimo Village (水磨村)

People

Population14,053
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation4,688 ft (1,429 m)
Population14,053
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation4,688 ft (1,429 m)
Coordinates33.1664°, 105.3134°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation27.7 inches (704 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (1 cm)

About Pipa

Pipa is a small city in China (Gansu) with a population of 14,053. The city sits at an elevation of 4,688 feet (1,429 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Pipa

Pipa has an average annual temperature of 11.9°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.4°C), the coldest is Jan (0.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 992 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0.3°C / 33°F -7.6° / 10.2° 4.1
Feb 2.7°C / 37°F -5° / 14.4° 10.9
Mar 8.5°C / 47°F -2.1° / 22.1° 32.8
Apr 12.8°C / 55°F 3.2° / 26.9° 78.1
May 16.7°C / 62°F 5.6° / 28° 84.3
Jun 20.6°C / 69°F 11.6° / 30.5° 128.4
Jul 22.4°C / 72°F 13.7° / 31.3° 214.6
Aug 22.2°C / 72°F 13.1° / 31° 183.4
Sep 18°C / 64°F 9.2° / 27.6° 137.1
Oct 11.6°C / 53°F 3.4° / 22.7° 96.7
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F -4.3° / 17.3° 18.2
Dec 0.9°C / 34°F -7.2° / 11.6° 3.4
Pipa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 286 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 27.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,688 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below China avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,688 ft (1,429 m)
Area2,528.5 sq mi (6,548.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates33.1664°N, 105.3134°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.7"
27% below China avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.39"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

381 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.2 on May 21, 2025.

Aug 8, 2017 168 km SW of Mawu, China M6.5 136 km
May 25, 2008 39 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M6.1 68 km
May 17, 2008 58 km NNE of Jiangyou, China M5.8 108 km
Jul 24, 2008 42 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 51 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 55 km
Jul 23, 2008 45 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.5 49 km
May 12, 2008 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.3 82 km
Mar 12, 2009 68 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.3 89 km
Jun 5, 2008 70 km NNE of Jiangyou, China M5.2 95 km
May 19, 2008 51 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 80 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.2 56 km
Oct 29, 2009 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 72 km
May 12, 2008 23 km NNE of Jiangyou, China M5.2 142 km
May 12, 2008 37 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M5.1 56 km
May 12, 2008 58 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.1 89 km
Oct 19, 2009 eastern Sichuan, China M5.1 148 km
Sep 30, 2017 64 km NNE of Jiangyou, China M5.1 102 km
Jun 3, 2008 35 km NNW of Jiangyou, China M5.0 139 km
May 12, 2008 39 km N of Jiangyou, China M5.0 132 km
May 12, 2008 59 km NE of Jiangyou, China M5.0 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-0°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 0.3 in
March 42°F (6°C) 0.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
July 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 67°F (20°C) 4.7 in
September 59°F (15°C) 4.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 42°F (6°C) 0.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.1 in Driest

Pipa has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and December the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Pipa

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Longnan Chengzhou AirportLNLMedium 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 Pipa

What is the population of Pipa?

Pipa has a population of 14,053 residents and is located in China. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 2,528.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Pipa?

Pipa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.7 inches.

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