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Shangri-La, China
Yunnan · China
Shangri-La is a large city in Yunnan, China with a population of 186,400. Elevation: 10,771 ft (3,283 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).
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People
Climate
| Population | 186,400 |
| Population Density | 264 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10,771 ft (3,283 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.8251°, 99.7078° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Yunnan |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 28.2 inches (717 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.7 inches (12 cm) |
About Shangri-La
Shangri-La is a large city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 186,400. The city sits at an elevation of 10,771 feet (3,283 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Shangri-La
Shangri-La has an average annual temperature of 6.4°C (44°F). The hottest month is Jun (13.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 779 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.6°F |
| 23% below China avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,771 ft (3,283 m) |
| Area | 704.9 sq mi (1,825.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 264/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.8251°N, 99.7078°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1951 | CHINA: GANSU AND SHANXI PROVINCES | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 44°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Shangri-La has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 26°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and December the driest (0.3").
Colleges & Universities in Shangri-La
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 云南藏语佛学院 | College | — | — |
Schools in Shangri-La
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shangri-La No.3 Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Shangri-La No.1 Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| Diqing Nationalities Middle School | — | — | — | — |
| 建塘镇独克宗小学 | — | — | — | — |
| 香格里拉市红旗小学 | — | — | — | — |
| 香格里拉市建塘镇尼史小学 | — | — | — | — |
| Shangri-La No. 2 Middle School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shangri-La
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shangri-La
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diqing Red Army Long March Museum | ||||
| Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture Museum | ||||
| Shangri-La Ancient Tea Horse Trade Road Museum | ||||
| Shangrila Thangka Art Center | ||||
| Tibetan Cultural Exposition Center | ||||
| 独克宗甸寨卡红色民居文化陈列馆 | ||||
| 香巴拉藏文化博物馆 |
Farmers Markets in Shangri-La
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中宜农贸市场 | |||||
| 向阳路农贸综合市场 |
Hotels in Shangri-La
38 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shangri-La
43 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shangri-La
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Shangri-La
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Shangri-La
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shangri-La
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shangri-La
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shangri-La
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shangri-La
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shangri-La
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shangri-La
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Diqing Shangri-La Airport | DIG | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Shangri-La
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| China Post |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shangri-La
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 100 Chicken Temple | |
| Jidi Khamtsen | |
| Songzanlin (Sumtseling) Temple | |
| Stupa | |
| white stupa | |
| Wufeng Temple | |
| 仓房街白塔 | |
| 吉祥如意幢 | |
| 大佛寺 | |
| 孔子殿 | |
| 白塔 | |
| 老子殿 | |
| 龙王阁 |
Quick Facts
Around Shangri-La
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Shangri-La
3 places within 15 km
- • Amazing view on the city
- • Holy Hill
- • Lamuyangcuo Lake
🇨🇳 About China
Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Shangri-La
What is the population of Shangri-La?
Shangri-La has a population of 186,400 residents and is located in China. The population density is 264 people per square mile, spread across 704.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shangri-La?
Shangri-La has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 28.2 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.