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Shaoshan, China
Hunan · China
Shaoshan is a large city in Hunan, China with a population of 118,000. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 118,000 |
| Population Density | 2,955 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.9167°, 112.5167° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Hunan |
| Average Temperature | 64°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.9 inches (1,394 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shaoshan
Shaoshan is a large city in China (Hunan) with a population of 118,000. The city sits at an elevation of 381 feet (116 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 85°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Shaoshan
Shaoshan has an average annual temperature of 18.1°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.7°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1669 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 63.6°F |
| 18% above China avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 39.9 sq mi (103.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,955/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.9167°N, 112.5167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
Shaoshan has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 42°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (7.9") and December the driest (1.8").
Schools in Shaoshan
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 韶山中学 | - | - | - | - |
| Shaoshan Experimental Middle School | - | - | - | - |
| 韶山镇泰中学 | - | - | - | - |
| 韶山学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 银田中学 | - | - | - | - |
| 韶山市芙蓉学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 谭政学校 | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Shaoshan
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mao Zedong's Former Residence | ||||
| Shaoshan Mao Zedong Memorial Hall | ||||
| Shaoshan Special Branch History Exhibition Hall of the Communist Party of China | ||||
| 传统民居民俗复原陈列 | ||||
| 刘少奇同志故居 | ||||
| 刘少奇同志纪念馆 | ||||
| 刘少奇工运历程专题馆 | ||||
| 毛泽东求学之路 | ||||
| 湘乡博物馆 | ||||
| 炭子冲民俗文化展 | ||||
| 谭政故居 | ||||
| 陈赓同志故居 |
Libraries in Shaoshan
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaoshan City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 韶山毛泽东图书馆 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shaoshan
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 湘乡农贸大市场 |
Hotels in Shaoshan
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shaoshan
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Shaoshan
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Shaoshan
2 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shaoshan
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shaoshan
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shaoshan
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Shaoshan
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Changsha Huanghua International Airport | CSX | Large Airport |
| Changsha Datuopu Airport / Changsha Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Ningxiang Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Zhuzhou Lusong Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shaoshan
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Mao's Ancestral Hall | |
| 毛鉴公祠 | |
| 毛震公祠 | |
| 银田寺 | |
| 韶峰寺 |
Quick Facts
Around Shaoshan
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇨🇳 About China
Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Shaoshan
What is the population of Shaoshan?
Shaoshan has a population of 118,000 residents and is located in China. The population density is 2,955 people per square mile, spread across 39.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shaoshan?
Shaoshan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches.