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Qarasu, China

Xinjiang · China

Qarasu is a mid-size city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 71,446. Elevation: 2,589 ft (789 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

71,446 Population 97/sq mi density
2,589 ft Elevation 789 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
10.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population71,446
Density97/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Population71,446
Population Density97 / sq mi
Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Coordinates44.2028°, 80.4164°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation10.1 inches (257 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)

About Qarasu

Qarasu is a mid-size city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 71,446. The city sits at an elevation of 2,589 feet (789 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 10.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Qarasu

Qarasu has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-6.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 233 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -6.2°C / 21°F -11.8° / -0.6° 12.2
Feb -2.7°C / 27°F -7.9° / 2.6° 14.6
Mar 6°C / 43°F -0.1° / 12° 13.2
Apr 14°C / 57°F 7° / 21° 20.6
May 19°C / 66°F 11.9° / 26.1° 50.3
Jun 23.2°C / 74°F 16.2° / 30.2° 24.9
Jul 24.8°C / 77°F 17.6° / 32° 23.3
Aug 23.6°C / 74°F 16° / 31.2° 16.3
Sep 18.8°C / 66°F 11° / 26.6° 11.5
Oct 11.9°C / 53°F 4.9° / 18.8° 15.4
Nov 3.8°C / 39°F -1.7° / 9.3° 17.8
Dec -3.7°C / 25°F -8.7° / 1.3° 13.2
Qarasu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 318 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 10.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,589 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below China avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,589 ft (789 m)
Area736.9 sq mi (1,908.5 km²)
Population Density97/sq mi
Coordinates44.2028°N, 80.4164°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 10.1"
73% below China avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Jun) 1.42"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Apr 20, 2025.

Dec 30, 1993 11 km SSW of Tekeli, Kazakhstan M5.5 142 km
Jun 13, 2009 12 km SSE of Tekeli, Kazakhstan M5.4 136 km
Nov 1, 1995 89 km E of Kegen, Kazakhstan M5.3 141 km
Dec 10, 2000 44 km ENE of Huocheng, China M5.2 76 km
Jan 25, 2009 Kazakhstan-Xinjiang border region M5.1 114 km
Feb 20, 2003 52 km NNE of Huocheng, China M4.9 69 km
Sep 28, 1995 46 km NNE of Zharkent, Kazakhstan M4.8 44 km
Jan 17, 2001 22 km E of Zharkent, Kazakhstan M4.8 11 km
Jun 9, 2014 70 km N of Huocheng, China M4.8 59 km
Feb 29, 2016 95 km SSW of Qapqal, China M4.8 125 km
Sep 13, 1990 57 km ENE of Qapqal, China M4.8 113 km
Aug 4, 2013 60 km ENE of Huocheng, China M4.7 90 km
Apr 1, 2003 91 km E of Sarkand, Kazakhstan M4.7 129 km
Aug 20, 2004 90 km SW of Druzhba, Kazakhstan M4.7 120 km
Aug 25, 2004 99 km ESE of Sarkand, Kazakhstan M4.7 125 km
Jun 4, 2006 56 km ESE of Saryozek, Kazakhstan M4.6 144 km
Feb 2, 1991 53 km NNW of Huocheng, China M4.6 33 km
Jun 2, 1991 61 km NE of Qapqal, China M4.6 101 km
May 13, 1990 18 km SSE of Tekeli, Kazakhstan M4.6 131 km
Jun 16, 2008 41 km SSW of Qapqal, China M4.6 92 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-9°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.6 in
March 34°F (1°C) 0.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 1.1 in
May 62°F (17°C) 1.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 1.4 in Wettest
July 73°F (23°C) 1.1 in Warmest
August 71°F (22°C) 0.7 in
September 62°F (16°C) 0.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 0.9 in
November 34°F (1°C) 0.9 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 0.7 in

Qarasu has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 15°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 10.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (1.4") and January the driest (0.5").

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Hotels in Qarasu

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Double rooms from 158. Accept foreigners
Hotel that accepts foreigners (55 RMB dorm)
Ji Hotel
Tian Di hotel
Xingbian Hotel

Restaurants in Qarasu

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Uigour/Kazak restaurant

Theatres in Qarasu

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Цирк

Train Stations in Qarasu

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Khorgos

Bus Stations in Qarasu

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #664169675
Horgos International Bus Terminal
霍尔果斯国际汽车站

Gas Stations in Qarasu

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #762707958
Sinopec

Banks in Qarasu

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agricultural Bank of China
Bank of China
Bank of China
Bank Union Pay cards ATM 247
China Construction Bank

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

Around Qarasu

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 4
Hospitals 1
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 6
Cafes 1
Banks 5
Hotels 8
Parks 4

🇨🇳 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 Qarasu

What is the population of Qarasu?

Qarasu has a population of 71,446 residents and is located in China. The population density is 97 people per square mile, spread across 736.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Qarasu?

Qarasu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 318 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 10.1 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

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