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Shache, China

Xinjiang · China

Shache is a large city in Xinjiang, China with a population of 128,145. Elevation: 4,055 ft (1,236 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

128,145 Population 37/sq mi density
4,055 ft Elevation 1,236 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
1.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Urumqi Timezone

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People

Population128,145
Density37/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain1.5 in/yr
Sunny Days333/yr
Elevation4,055 ft (1,236 m)
Population128,145
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation4,055 ft (1,236 m)
Coordinates38.4167°, 77.2406°
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceXinjiang
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation1.5 inches (39 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.1 inches (0 cm)

About Shache

Shache is a large city in China (Xinjiang) with a population of 128,145. The city sits at an elevation of 4,055 feet (1,236 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 1.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Urumqi.

Climate in Shache

Shache has an average annual temperature of 12.7°C (55°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-5°C). Average annual precipitation is 71 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C / 23°F -10.6° / 0.6° 8.4
Feb 0.8°C / 33°F -5° / 6.6° 3.1
Mar 9.2°C / 49°F 2.7° / 15.6° 4.6
Apr 16.6°C / 62°F 9.5° / 23.6° 4.6
May 20.8°C / 69°F 13.8° / 27.8° 8.8
Jun 24.3°C / 76°F 17.3° / 31.3° 8.6
Jul 25.6°C / 78°F 18.7° / 32.5° 13.5
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 17.6° / 31.1° 8.3
Sep 19.8°C / 68°F 12.6° / 27° 7.2
Oct 12.8°C / 55°F 5° / 20.7° 0.5
Nov 5°C / 41°F -2° / 12° 1.6
Dec -2.4°C / 28°F -7.4° / 2.6° 1.6
Shache experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 333 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 1.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,055 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above China avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days333 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,055 ft (1,236 m)
Area3,458.2 sq mi (8,956.7 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates38.4167°N, 77.2406°W
TimezoneAsia/Urumqi

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 1.5"
96% below China avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Aug) 0.31"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

319 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Mar 14, 2025.

Jul 3, 2015 57 km WNW of Zangguy, China M6.4 133 km
Aug 27, 1998 118 km E of Kashgar, China M6.4 139 km
Feb 24, 2003 107 km E of Kashgar, China M6.3 133 km
Apr 11, 1997 82 km E of Kashgar, China M6.2 126 km
Apr 6, 1997 87 km E of Kashgar, China M6.0 126 km
Apr 5, 1997 75 km E of Kashgar, China M5.9 126 km
Jan 21, 1997 86 km E of Kashgar, China M5.9 119 km
Apr 15, 1997 88 km ENE of Kashgar, China M5.8 137 km
May 4, 2003 105 km E of Kashgar, China M5.8 113 km
Mar 12, 2003 106 km N of Shache, China M5.7 106 km
Aug 2, 1998 87 km E of Kashgar, China M5.6 130 km
Mar 1, 1997 73 km E of Kashgar, China M5.6 117 km
Oct 17, 1997 73 km E of Kashgar, China M5.4 130 km
Feb 25, 2003 119 km N of Shache, China M5.4 119 km
Apr 12, 1997 78 km E of Kashgar, China M5.3 121 km
Jan 17, 2020 103 km ENE of Kashgar, China M5.3 146 km
Mar 30, 2003 116 km E of Kashgar, China M5.3 123 km
Apr 6, 1997 80 km E of Kashgar, China M5.3 126 km
Jan 20, 2017 46 km WSW of Shache, China M5.3 47 km
Jan 4, 2003 88 km E of Kashgar, China M5.2 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 0.0 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 0.0 in
March 47°F (8°C) 0.1 in
April 62°F (16°C) 0.1 in
May 69°F (21°C) 0.3 in
June 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
July 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.3 in Wettest
September 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
October 55°F (13°C) 0.0 in
November 40°F (5°C) 0.0 in Driest
December 28°F (-2°C) 0.0 in

Shache has a seasonal temperature swing of 55°F / from 24°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 1.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (0.3") and November the driest (0.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Shache

Institution Type Founded Website
莎车县委党校白什坎特分校 College - ,
莎车县委党校艾里西湖分校 College - ,

Schools in Shache

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
莎车县第六小学 - - - -
莎车县第四小学 - - - -
莎车县第二小学 - - - -
莎车县第二中学 - - - -
莎车县第五中学 - - - -
莎车县第一中学 - - - -
莎车县第三中学 - - - -
莎车县第五小学 - - - -
莎车县第十三小学 - - - -
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Libraries in Shache

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
莎车县图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Shache

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Tash Baziri
农贸市场

Hotels in Shache

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

如家睿柏·云酒店
莎车新盛宾馆

Restaurants in Shache

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

和田卡克莎力囊坑烤肉
和田墨玉基地胡楊拉麵
石榴餐廳

Cinemas in Shache

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

木卡姆影剧院

Castles in Shache

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Khanate Palace

Gas Stations in Shache

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #1090995240
CN #337155332

Shopping Malls in Shache

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KK百货

Airports Near Shache

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Shache AirportQSZMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shache

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Altyn Mosque
Jiaman Mosque
Mosque
阿孜纳清真寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Urumqi

Around Shache

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 27
Hospitals 5
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 5
Bars 1
Hotels 2
Parks 19
Places of Worship 2

🇨🇳 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 Shache

What is the population of Shache?

Shache has a population of 128,145 residents and is located in China. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 3,458.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shache?

Shache has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 333 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 1.5 inches.

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