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Shaoyu, China

Gansu · China

Shaoyu is a small city in Gansu, China with a population of 18,327. Elevation: 5,417 ft (1,651 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

18,327 Population 69/sq mi density
5,417 ft Elevation 1,651 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.6 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population18,327
Density69/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation5,417 ft (1,651 m)
Population18,327
Population Density69 / sq mi
Elevation5,417 ft (1,651 m)
Coordinates34.0641°, 105.3651°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation25.6 inches (650 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (2 cm)

About Shaoyu

Shaoyu is a small city in China (Gansu) with a population of 18,327. The city sits at an elevation of 5,417 feet (1,651 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Shaoyu

Shaoyu has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (21.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 762 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -1.7°C / 29°F -11.5° / 9.4° 3.3
Feb 0.7°C / 33°F -7.4° / 12.9° 11.6
Mar 6.7°C / 44°F -4.4° / 21.9° 25.8
Apr 11.3°C / 52°F 0.2° / 26.8° 64.5
May 15.5°C / 60°F 3.6° / 29° 70.9
Jun 19.6°C / 67°F 9.4° / 31.2° 95.4
Jul 21.4°C / 71°F 11.7° / 32.2° 158.7
Aug 21°C / 70°F 11.1° / 31.6° 131.7
Sep 16.6°C / 62°F 7.5° / 28.2° 97.7
Oct 9.8°C / 50°F 0.8° / 22.1° 84.5
Nov 4.4°C / 40°F -6.4° / 17° 16.0
Dec -1.2°C / 30°F -11.6° / 10.9° 2.4
Shaoyu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.6 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,417 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below China avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,417 ft (1,651 m)
Area264.0 sq mi (683.7 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates34.0641°N, 105.3651°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.6"
33% below China avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.69"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.9. Most recent: M4.2 on May 21, 2025.

Jul 21, 2013 60 km W of Mawu, China M5.9 113 km
Jul 24, 2008 42 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 147 km
Jul 23, 2008 45 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.5 146 km
Jul 22, 2013 68 km W of Mawu, China M5.4 121 km
May 12, 2008 37 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M5.1 150 km
Sep 19, 2009 52 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 137 km
Jun 20, 2006 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 117 km
Jul 22, 2013 49 km WNW of Mawu, China M4.9 105 km
May 15, 2008 49 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 137 km
May 25, 2008 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 117 km
Jul 24, 2008 48 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 143 km
Jun 19, 2008 43 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 145 km
Jun 17, 2008 43 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 146 km
Apr 9, 2005 50 km SW of Mawu, China M4.8 79 km
Jan 10, 2007 130 km S of Mawu, China M4.7 107 km
Nov 17, 1998 76 km SSW of Mawu, China M4.7 78 km
Mar 26, 2006 79 km SW of Mawu, China M4.7 91 km
Jul 28, 2013 63 km WNW of Mawu, China M4.6 117 km
Apr 15, 1999 99 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.6 116 km
Jul 26, 2013 104 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.6 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 0.3 in
March 39°F (4°C) 0.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.3 in
July 67°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
November 38°F (3°C) 0.6 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 0.2 in Driest

Shaoyu has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 26°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and December the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Shaoyu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
甘肃秦文化博物馆

Stadiums & Teams in Shaoyu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Shaoyu

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
麦积山滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Shaoyu

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Longnan Chengzhou AirportLNLMedium Airport
Tianshui Maijishan AirportTHQMedium 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 Shaoyu

What is the population of Shaoyu?

Shaoyu has a population of 18,327 residents and is located in China. The population density is 69 people per square mile, spread across 264.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shaoyu?

Shaoyu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.

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