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Shanwei, China

Guangdong · China

Shanwei is a large city in Guangdong, China with a population of 491,766. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

491,766 Population 1,675/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
61.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population491,766
Density1,675/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain61.9 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population491,766
Population Density1,675 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates22.7820°, 115.3475°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGuangdong
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation61.9 inches (1,571 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shanwei

Shanwei is a large city in China (Guangdong) with a population of 491,766. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Shanwei

Shanwei has an average annual temperature of 23.1°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.5°C), the coldest is Jan (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1936 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.8°C / 60°F 12.1° / 19.5° 26.6
Feb 16.6°C / 62°F 13.3° / 20° 44.0
Mar 19°C / 66°F 15.8° / 22.2° 66.8
Apr 22.4°C / 72°F 19.5° / 25.3° 137.6
May 25.7°C / 78°F 23° / 28.4° 237.6
Jun 27.6°C / 82°F 25.1° / 30° 461.0
Jul 28.5°C / 83°F 25.9° / 31.1° 305.6
Aug 28.5°C / 83°F 25.7° / 31.3° 354.1
Sep 27.8°C / 82°F 24.7° / 31° 225.0
Oct 25.4°C / 78°F 21.9° / 28.8° 30.8
Nov 21.8°C / 71°F 18° / 25.5° 25.2
Dec 17.8°C / 64°F 14° / 21.6° 22.1
Shanwei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average71.8°F
33% above China avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area293.6 sq mi (760.4 km²)
Population Density1,675/sq mi
Coordinates22.7820°N, 115.3475°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.9"
63% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 10.63"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.14"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.1 on Jan 10, 2025.

Aug 4, 1992 55 km NW of Hepo, China M4.6 114 km
Aug 31, 2012 21 km WSW of Heyuan, China M4.3 135 km
Nov 12, 1995 49 km N of Hepo, China M4.3 130 km
Sep 21, 1991 23 km WNW of Heyuan, China M4.2 147 km
Mar 7, 2023 24 km NW of Heyuan, China M4.2 149 km
Feb 11, 2023 10 km WNW of Heyuan, China M4.2 134 km
Mar 24, 1999 33 km ENE of Heyuan, China M4.1 122 km
Jan 10, 2025 131 km S of Shanwei, China M4.1 132 km
Mar 13, 2022 37 km W of Shanwei, China M3.8 38 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

56 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ragasa (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Ragasa Category 4 195 km
2025 Wipha Category 1 152 km
2023 Saola Category 4 87 km
2023 Koinu Category 3 160 km
2020 Mekkhala Category 1 283 km
2018 Mangkhut Category 2 211 km
2017 Hato Category 3 167 km
2016 Haima Category 1 32 km
2016 Nida Category 1 63 km
2015 Linfa Category 1 98 km
2013 Usagi Category 3 6 km
2013 Krosa Category 2 284 km
2012 Vicente Category 4 221 km
2012 Tembin Category 2 205 km
2010 Megi Category 3 280 km
2010 Fanapi Category 1 229 km
2009 Koppu Category 1 226 km
2009 Molave Category 1 86 km
2009 Linfa Category 1 296 km
2008 Hagupit Category 4 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.3 in
March 64°F (18°C) 3.4 in
April 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in
May 77°F (25°C) 7.6 in
June 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
July 83°F (28°C) 10.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 10.1 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in
October 76°F (24°C) 2.5 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.3 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in Driest

Shanwei has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 58°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (1.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Shanwei

Institution Type Founded Website
South China Normal University (Shanwei Campus) University
汕尾市人民警察学校 College

Schools in Shanwei

49 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
红草第一中学
汕尾市莲塘小学
中共汕尾市委党校
汕尾市新城中学
Shanwei Polytechnic
Shanwei Chengqu District Tianjiabing Middle School
Shanwei Experimental Primary School
Shanwei Chengqu District Vocational Technical School
光明(后径)小学
香洲街道中心小学
新城小学
新港街道中心小学
汕尾市崇文中等职业技术学校
The Open University of Shanwei
水坡培英学校
逸挥基金拾和小学
华南师范大学附属中学汕尾学校
林伟华中学
汕尾市东涌中学
东涌中心小学
石洲中学
长沙中学
东涌尚书学校
汕尾市第二小学
Shanwei Technician College
香洲街道中心小学
汕尾中学
Shanwei Experimental Kindergarten
The Open University of Shanwei
汕尾市莲塘小学
中共汕尾市委党校
汕尾市新城中学
Shanwei Polytechnic
Shanwei Chengqu District Tianjiabing Middle School
Shanwei Experimental Primary School
Shanwei Chengqu District Vocational Technical School
光明(后径)小学
汕尾市崇文中等职业技术学校
新城小学
新港街道中心小学
汕尾市崇文中等职业技术学校
华南师范大学附属中学汕尾学校
林伟华中学
Shanwei Technician College
汕尾市崇文中等职业技术学校
汕尾中学
汕尾市赤古小学
凤翔逸挥基金中学
Shanwei Experimental Kindergarten
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Radio Stations near Shanwei

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Shanwei

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
印象汕尾馆
妈祖圣迹馆
汕尾渔家民俗风情陈列馆
海丰农民运动讲习所旧址
陈炯明故居

Libraries in Shanwei

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
海丰县图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Shanwei

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
潭西综合市场

Restaurants in Shanwei

6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

大街菜茶
文興菜粿
早餐店
木蒸肠粉
权记美食店
梁记四马路菜茶

Bus Stations in Shanwei

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

汕尾市霞洋客运站
汕尾粤运汽车总站

Gas Stations in Shanwei

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

志众石油恒嘉加油站

Stadiums & Teams in Shanwei

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Shanwei

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Huizhou Pingtan AirportHUZMedium Airport

Post Offices in Shanwei

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
CAI NIAO

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shanwei

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
观音庙

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Shanwei

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 20
Hospitals 3
Restaurants 8
Museums 3
Parks 5
Places of Worship 4

🇨🇳 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 Shanwei

What is the population of Shanwei?

Shanwei has a population of 491,766 residents and is located in China. The population density is 1,675 people per square mile, spread across 293.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shanwei?

Shanwei has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches.

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