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Sanchuan, China
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Sanchuan is a mid-size city in Yunnan, China with a population of 56,345. Elevation: 5,266 ft (1,605 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 56,345 |
| Population Density | 198 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,266 ft (1,605 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.7504°, 100.6589° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Yunnan |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.2 inches (792 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sanchuan
Sanchuan is a mid-size city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 56,345. The city sits at an elevation of 5,266 feet (1,605 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 46°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Sanchuan
Sanchuan has an average annual temperature of 13.9°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jun (19.4°C), the coldest is Jan (7.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 970 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above China avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,266 ft (1,605 m) |
| Area | 284.5 sq mi (736.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 198/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.7504°N, 100.6589°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1951 | CHINA: GANSU AND SHANXI PROVINCES | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 66 km |
| 1955 | JINSHA RIVER, YUNNAN PROVINCE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Sanchuan has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 46°F in January to 68°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.5") and December the driest (0.4").
Hotels in Sanchuan
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sanchuan
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sanchuan
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Sanchuan
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lijiang Sanyi International Airport | LJG | Large Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Sanchuan?
Sanchuan has a population of 56,345 residents and is located in China. The population density is 198 people per square mile, spread across 284.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sanchuan?
Sanchuan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.