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Sanzhen, China

Guangdong · China

Sanzhen is a small city in Guangdong, China with a population of 13,742. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 69°F (20°C).

Data updated June 2026

13,742 Population 2/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
69°F Avg Temperature 20°C
65.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population13,742
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
Rain65.2 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Population13,742
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates24.5915°, 116.1281°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGuangdong
Average Temperature69°F (20°C)
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation65.2 inches (1,656 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Sanzhen

Sanzhen is a small city in China (Guangdong) with a population of 13,742. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 69°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 54°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Sanzhen

Sanzhen has an average annual temperature of 21.6°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jul (28°C), the coldest is Jan (13.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1663 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 13.3°C / 56°F -0.9° / 27.4° 28.9
Feb 15.2°C / 59°F 3.4° / 28.1° 95.7
Mar 18.6°C / 66°F 6.8° / 30.5° 183.6
Apr 21.5°C / 71°F 10° / 31.5° 221.5
May 24.4°C / 76°F 15.2° / 33.9° 241.5
Jun 26.5°C / 80°F 20.5° / 33.3° 302.6
Jul 28°C / 82°F 22.4° / 36.2° 133.1
Aug 27.8°C / 82°F 22.2° / 36.8° 191.5
Sep 27°C / 81°F 19.1° / 35.9° 149.3
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 12.7° / 34.4° 38.0
Nov 19.5°C / 67°F 6.4° / 31.9° 53.5
Dec 13.5°C / 56°F -0.6° / 27.2° 23.9
Sanzhen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 273 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 65.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.8°F
27% above China avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area6,125.3 sq mi (15,864.6 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates24.5915°N, 116.1281°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.2"
72% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 9.60"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Mar 24, 1999.

Aug 4, 1992 55 km NW of Hepo, China M4.6 111 km
Nov 12, 1995 49 km N of Hepo, China M4.3 87 km
Mar 24, 1999 33 km ENE of Heyuan, China M4.1 143 km
Nov 26, 1992 110 km SW of Sanming, China M4.1 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

42 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Saola (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Saola Category 4 292 km
2023 Doksuri Category 2 241 km
2020 Mekkhala Category 1 165 km
2018 Maria Category 2 281 km
2016 Meranti Category 3 163 km
2016 Haima Category 1 247 km
2016 Nida Category 1 274 km
2015 Dujuan Category 1 242 km
2015 Linfa Category 1 200 km
2013 Usagi Category 3 213 km
2010 Megi Category 2 232 km
2010 Fanapi Category 1 170 km
2010 Meranti Category 1 272 km
2009 Molave Category 1 255 km
2009 Linfa Category 1 298 km
2007 Sepat Category 1 291 km
2006 Chanchu Category 2 156 km
2005 Longwang Category 1 210 km
2005 Sanvu Category 1 227 km
2004 Aere Category 1 190 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.8 in
April 69°F (21°C) 7.5 in
May 75°F (24°C) 9.6 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 9.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.7 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.6 in
September 79°F (26°C) 5.1 in
October 72°F (22°C) 2.2 in
November 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in
December 56°F (13°C) 1.2 in Driest

Sanzhen has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 54°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.6") and December the driest (1.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Sanzhen

Institution Type Founded Website
蕉岭开放大学 College - ,

Schools in Sanzhen

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
三圳中心小学 - - - -
晋元中学 - - - -
蕉华田家炳中学 - - - -
徐溪中学 - - - -
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Museums in Sanzhen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Former Residence of Qiu Fengjia
Former Residence of Xie Jinyuan
叶剑英纪念馆
叶剑英纪念馆
谢晋元纪念馆

Libraries in Sanzhen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
蕉岭县图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Sanzhen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
雁洋市场

Gas Stations in Sanzhen

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sinopec
新华加油站

Banks in Sanzhen

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Postal Savings Bank of China

Stadiums & Teams in Sanzhen

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Sanzhen

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Meizhou Meixian Changgangji International AirportMXZSmall Airport
Xingning Air BaseXINSmall 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 Sanzhen

What is the population of Sanzhen?

Sanzhen has a population of 13,742 residents and is located in China. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 6,125.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Sanzhen?

Sanzhen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.

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