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Sanxi, China
Chongqing · China
Sanxi is a small city in Chongqing, China with a population of 18,961. Elevation: 1,145 ft (349 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 18,961 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,145 ft (349 m) |
| Coordinates | 31.1320°, 110.0940° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Chongqing |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.8 inches (1,265 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sanxi
Sanxi is a small city in China (Chongqing) with a population of 18,961. The city sits at an elevation of 1,145 feet (349 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Sanxi
Sanxi has an average annual temperature of 13.3°C (56°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.3°C), the coldest is Jan (1.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1346 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above China avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,145 ft (349 m) |
| Area | 1,199.5 sq mi (3,106.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1320°N, 110.0940°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 54.0 m (177 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | QUYUAN, ZIGUI COUNTY | Meteorological | 54.0 m | 10 | 70 km |
| 2007 | DAYANTANG, ENSHI | Meteorological | 50.0 m | 8 | 82 km |
| 2003 | QINGGAN RIVER, HUBEI PROVINCE | Meteorological | 39.0 m | 24 | 52 km |
| 2008 | WU GORGE, WUSHAN COUNTY | Meteorological | 13.1 m | - | 18 km |
| 2015 | WUSHAN, CHONGQING | Meteorological | 6.2 m | 2 | 20 km |
| 2012 | ZHAOJUN BRIDGE, HUBEI PROVINCE | Meteorological | 5.2 m | - | 62 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 8.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 0.9 in |
Sanxi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 37°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.8").
Libraries in Sanxi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 巫山图书馆 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sanxi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中心市场 | |||||
| 中心市场 |
Ski Resorts Near Sanxi
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 茅草坝滑雪场 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| 绿葱坡滑雪场 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| 神农架国际滑雪场 | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Sanxi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shennongjia Hongping Airport | HPG | Medium Airport |
| Chongqing Wushan Airport | WSK | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
🇨🇳 About China
Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sanxi
What is the population of Sanxi?
Sanxi has a population of 18,961 residents and is located in China. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 1,199.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sanxi?
Sanxi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches.