Rucheng, China
Jiangsu · China
Rucheng is a major city in Jiangsu, China with a population of 1,238,448. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 1,238,448 |
| Population Density | 19,210 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3883°, 120.5553° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Jiangsu |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.1 inches (1,170 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (5 cm) |
About Rucheng
Rucheng is a major city in China (Jiangsu) with a population of 1,238,448. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Rucheng
Rucheng has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.2°C), the coldest is Jan (3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1287 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above China avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 64.5 sq mi (167.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 19,210/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.3883°N, 120.5553°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | JIANGSU PROVINCE | Earthquake | - | - | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 1.3 in |
Rucheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 38°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (1.3").
Schools in Rucheng
18 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 如城镇乡村学校少年宫 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市老年大学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市特殊教育学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市如城新民小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如意新城 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市志颐小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市如城小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋经济技术开发区第三实验小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋经济技术开发区实验中学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市少年宫 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市文定高级中学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋高等师范学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋经济技术开发区实验小学 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市实验初中 | - | - | - | - |
| 如皋市如城实验小学 | - | - | - | - |
| Rugao Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Jiangsu Rugao Normal Elementary School | - | - | - | - |
| Jiangsu Rugao Middle School | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Rucheng
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Changshou Museum | ||||
| Rugao City Museum | ||||
| 如皋市博物馆 | ||||
| 如皋市城市规划展示馆·科技馆 | ||||
| 如皋市文化馆 | ||||
| 如皋市青少年红军历史教育馆 | ||||
| 李昌钰刑侦科学博物馆 | ||||
| 江苏盆景博物馆 | ||||
| 汽车文化馆 | ||||
| 海安烈士陵园 | ||||
| 红十四军纪念馆 | ||||
| 苏中七战七捷纪念馆 |
Libraries in Rucheng
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rugao City Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rucheng
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jiangsu Rugao Nursery Gardens Marketplace | |||||
| 中国·如皋国际园艺城 |
Hotels in Rucheng
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rucheng
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Rucheng
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rucheng
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Rucheng
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rucheng
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rucheng
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nantong Xingdong International Airport | NTG | Medium Airport |
| Rugao Air Base | RUG | Medium Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rucheng
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dinghui Temple | |
| 三里塔庙 | |
| 如皋文庙大成殿 | |
| 文昌阁 | |
| 法华寺 | |
| 海月寺 | |
| 灵威观 | |
| 福成庵 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Rucheng?
Rucheng has a population of 1,238,448 residents and is located in China. The population density is 19,210 people per square mile, spread across 64.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Rucheng?
Rucheng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.1 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.
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