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Shanglaxiu, China

Qinghai · China

Shanglaxiu is a small city in Qinghai, China with a population of 8,028. Elevation: 13,878 ft (4,230 m). Average temperature: 34°F (1°C).

8,028 Population 16/sq mi density
13,878 ft Elevation 4,230 meters
34°F Avg Temperature 1°C
32.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population8,028
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp34°F (1°C)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days324/yr
Elevation13,878 ft (4,230 m)
Population8,028
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation13,878 ft (4,230 m)
Coordinates32.8540°, 96.5843°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceQinghai
Average Temperature34°F (1°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation32.1 inches (815 mm)
Annual Snowfall72.9 inches (185 cm)

About Shanglaxiu

Shanglaxiu is a small city in China (Qinghai) with a population of 8,028. The city sits at an elevation of 13,878 feet (4,230 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 34°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Shanglaxiu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 324 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 32.1 inches. The area receives 72.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,878 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average33.6°F
38% below China avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days324 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13,878 ft (4,230 m)
Area509.8 sq mi (1,320.3 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates32.8540°N, 96.5843°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.1"
16% below China avg
Snowfall 72.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.80"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

83 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 2, 2025.

Apr 13, 2010 233 km NNW of Qamdo, China M6.9 35 km
Apr 14, 2010 239 km NNW of Qamdo, China M6.1 40 km
May 29, 2010 248 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.8 59 km
Jul 25, 2001 270 km NW of Qamdo, China M5.5 98 km
Jun 3, 2010 263 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.5 67 km
Jul 19, 2006 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.5 38 km
Apr 14, 2010 201 km N of Qamdo, China M5.4 27 km
Jun 26, 2011 186 km NW of Qamdo, China M5.3 75 km
Apr 15, 2000 258 km NW of Qamdo, China M5.2 104 km
Apr 14, 2010 229 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.2 31 km
Jul 17, 2006 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.2 38 km
Jun 3, 2010 261 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.1 68 km
Sep 7, 2010 251 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.1 54 km
Apr 27, 1993 231 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.0 52 km
Apr 14, 2010 221 km NNW of Qamdo, China M5.0 24 km
Apr 15, 2010 219 km NNW of Qamdo, China M4.9 24 km
Jun 6, 2010 258 km NNW of Qamdo, China M4.9 62 km
Apr 28, 2010 237 km NNW of Qamdo, China M4.9 39 km
Apr 14, 2010 198 km N of Qamdo, China M4.9 22 km
Apr 13, 2010 229 km N of Qamdo, China M4.9 36 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 0.2 in
February 17°F (-9°C) 0.2 in
March 24°F (-4°C) 0.4 in
April 32°F (-0°C) 0.8 in
May 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
June 45°F (7°C) 4.2 in
July 51°F (11°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
September 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
October 33°F (1°C) 1.1 in
November 21°F (-6°C) 0.2 in
December 13°F (-11°C) 0.1 in Coldest, Driest

Shanglaxiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 13°F in December to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Shanglaxiu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Yushu Batang AirportYUSMedium 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 Shanglaxiu

What is the population of Shanglaxiu?

Shanglaxiu has a population of 8,028 residents and is located in China. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 509.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shanglaxiu?

Shanglaxiu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 324 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.1 inches, with 72.9 inches of snow.

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