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Shanggongma, China

Qinghai · China

Shanggongma is a small town in Qinghai, China with a population of 2,957. Elevation: 13,730 ft (4,185 m). Average temperature: 30°F (-1°C).

2,957 Population 0/sq mi density
13,730 ft Elevation 4,185 meters
30°F Avg Temperature -1°C
30.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population2,957
Density0/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp30°F (-1°C)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Sunny Days325/yr
Elevation13,730 ft (4,185 m)
Population2,957
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation13,730 ft (4,185 m)
Coordinates33.8333°, 99.6667°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceQinghai
Average Temperature30°F (-1°C)
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Annual Precipitation30.2 inches (768 mm)
Annual Snowfall82.2 inches (209 cm)

About Shanggongma

Shanggongma is a small town in China (Qinghai) with a population of 2,957. The city sits at an elevation of 13,730 feet (4,185 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 30°F (-1°C). Temperatures range from 14°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Shanggongma

Shanggongma has an average annual temperature of 0.7°C (33°F). The hottest month is Jul (10.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-10.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 570 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -10.9°C / 12°F -19.4° / -2.4° 6.7
Feb -8°C / 18°F -16° / 0° 8.8
Mar -3.6°C / 26°F -10.4° / 3.3° 15.5
Apr 1.4°C / 35°F -4.9° / 7.7° 26.4
May 5.2°C / 41°F -0.8° / 11.3° 65.8
Jun 8.6°C / 47°F 3.2° / 14.1° 114.9
Jul 10.8°C / 51°F 5° / 16.5° 118.7
Aug 10.2°C / 50°F 4° / 16.3° 95.4
Sep 7.5°C / 46°F 1.4° / 13.6° 76.1
Oct 1.7°C / 35°F -4.2° / 7.6° 32.6
Nov -5°C / 23°F -12.4° / 2.5° 5.6
Dec -10.1°C / 14°F -18.8° / -1.4° 3.5
Shanggongma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 325 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 30.2 inches. The area receives 82.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,730 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 47°F Jul (9°C)
Annual Average29.7°F
45% below China avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average47°F (9°C)
Sunny Days325 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,730 ft (4,185 m)
Area8,750.6 sq mi (22,663.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates33.8333°N, 99.6667°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.2"
20% below China avg
Snowfall 82.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.80"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

66 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M5.1 on Jun 27, 2025.

May 21, 2021 189 km W of Oula Xiuma, China M5.5 90 km
May 21, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.5 141 km
Apr 1, 2020 274 km NE of Qamdo, China M5.4 105 km
May 22, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.1 104 km
Jun 27, 2025 200 km W of Oula Xiuma, China M5.1 94 km
Oct 23, 2009 282 km SW of Xining, China M5.1 120 km
May 27, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.1 88 km
May 30, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.0 149 km
Nov 25, 1999 285 km SW of Xining, China M4.9 87 km
Mar 10, 1991 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 24 km
May 21, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 85 km
May 21, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 95 km
May 22, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 106 km
Jun 1, 2000 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 133 km
Aug 11, 2014 Southern Qinghai, China M4.8 131 km
May 21, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M4.7 87 km
Oct 3, 1996 Southern Qinghai, China M4.7 108 km
Jun 9, 2015 271 km NE of Qamdo, China M4.7 108 km
May 24, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M4.7 112 km
Sep 27, 1991 Southern Qinghai, China M4.7 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 0.2 in
February 14°F (-10°C) 0.3 in
March 23°F (-5°C) 0.6 in
April 31°F (-0°C) 1.2 in
May 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
June 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
July 47°F (9°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 47°F (8°C) 4.0 in
September 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
October 32°F (0°C) 1.5 in
November 19°F (-7°C) 0.2 in
December 11°F (-12°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Shanggongma has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 11°F in December to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Shanggongma

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Golog Maqên AirportGMQMedium 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 Shanggongma

What is the population of Shanggongma?

Shanggongma has a population of 2,957 residents and is located in China. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 8,750.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shanggongma?

Shanggongma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 325 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches, with 82.2 inches of snow.

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