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Shaowu, China

Fujian · China

Shaowu is a large city in Fujian, China with a population of 112,585. Elevation: 643 ft (196 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

Data updated June 2026

112,585 Population 7,623/sq mi density
643 ft Elevation 196 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
71.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population112,585
Density7,623/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
Rain71.5 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation643 ft (196 m)
Population112,585
Population Density7,623 / sq mi
Elevation643 ft (196 m)
Coordinates27.3409°, 117.4831°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceFujian
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation71.5 inches (1,815 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shaowu

Shaowu is a large city in China (Fujian) with a population of 112,585. The city sits at an elevation of 643 feet (196 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 63°F (17°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Shaowu

Shaowu has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.2°C), the coldest is Jan (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2169 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.8°C / 44°F -5.3° / 21.2° 70.7
Feb 9°C / 48°F -2.3° / 23.6° 153.2
Mar 13.5°C / 56°F 1.6° / 27.1° 250.1
Apr 17.6°C / 64°F 6.1° / 30.2° 242.8
May 21.5°C / 71°F 11.2° / 32.8° 382.5
Jun 24.6°C / 76°F 16.9° / 33.8° 465.6
Jul 27.2°C / 81°F 21° / 36.8° 203.4
Aug 27.1°C / 81°F 20° / 36.5° 128.0
Sep 24.1°C / 75°F 15.9° / 34.7° 93.5
Oct 18.5°C / 65°F 6.7° / 32.2° 44.9
Nov 13.8°C / 57°F 0.8° / 27.3° 93.5
Dec 7°C / 45°F -5.2° / 20.3° 40.9
Shaowu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 643 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above China avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation643 ft (196 m)
Area14.8 sq mi (38.3 km²)
Population Density7,623/sq mi
Coordinates27.3409°N, 117.4831°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.5"
88% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.91"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 13, 2007.

Mar 13, 2007 44 km W of Nanping, China M3.9 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Doksuri (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Doksuri Category 1 220 km
2018 Maria Category 2 60 km
2016 Meranti Category 1 238 km
2015 Dujuan Category 1 245 km
2013 Trami Category 1 279 km
2013 Soulik Category 1 297 km
2007 Wipha Category 2 224 km
2006 Saomai Category 4 79 km
2004 Rananim Category 1 236 km
2002 Sinlaku Category 1 289 km
2001 Chebi Category 2 239 km
2001 Toraji Category 1 297 km
2000 Bilis Category 2 239 km
1999 Dan Category 1 265 km
1997 Amber Category 2 231 km
1996 Herb Category 2 142 km
1994 Tim Category 2 246 km
1994 Fred Category 1 214 km
1985 Nelson Category 1 294 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
March 54°F (12°C) 7.5 in
April 63°F (17°C) 10.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 11.8 in
June 76°F (24°C) 12.9 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 5.4 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 4.9 in
September 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in
October 66°F (19°C) 2.8 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
December 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Driest

Shaowu has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 71.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.9") and December the driest (1.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Shaowu

Institution Type Founded Website
光泽县委党校 College - ,

Schools in Shaowu

12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
No.4 High School - - - -
Zhaoyang Elementary School - - - -
Dongguan Elementary School - - - -
No.6 High School - - - -
Xichun Elementary School - - - -
Minghong Junior High School - - - -
No.1 High School - - - -
Shiyan Elementary School - - - -
Tongtai Central Primary School - - - -
Minbei Vocational School - - - -
Yuewang Primary School - - - -
Shiyan Elementary School (Xintiandi) - - - -
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Radio Stations near Shaowu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Shaowu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ligang Memorial Hall
Memorial Hall for Chinese Soviet Republic

Libraries in Shaowu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
光泽县图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Shaowu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
中洲市场
光泽县坪山综合市场

Hotels in Shaowu

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fortune Garden Hotel
Jinqiu Hotel
Longdu Hotel
Ruisi Hotel

Train Stations in Shaowu

7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shaowu
下王塘
吴家塘
官墩
晒口
药村
莫口

Bus Stations in Shaowu

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Intercity Bus Station

Gas Stations in Shaowu

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #1250768882
CN #7815091643
CN #7815178674
CN #7816362326

Stadiums & Teams in Shaowu

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Shaowu

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nanping Wuyishan AirportWUSMedium Airport

Post Offices in Shaowu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
China Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shaowu

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baoyan Temple
Dongguan Church
Fushan Temple
Huayan Temple

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Shaowu

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 12
Hospitals 1
Parks 8

🇨🇳 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 Shaowu

What is the population of Shaowu?

Shaowu has a population of 112,585 residents and is located in China. The population density is 7,623 people per square mile, spread across 14.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shaowu?

Shaowu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 71.5 inches.

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