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Shili, China

Gansu · China

Shili is a mid-size city in Gansu, China with a population of 38,961. Elevation: 5,407 ft (1,648 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

38,961 Population 148/sq mi density
5,407 ft Elevation 1,648 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
25.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population38,961
Density148/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain25.4 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Population38,961
Population Density148 / sq mi
Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Coordinates33.9518°, 105.2925°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation25.4 inches (646 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.6 inches (2 cm)

About Shili

Shili is a mid-size city in China (Gansu) with a population of 38,961. The city sits at an elevation of 5,407 feet (1,648 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Shili

Shili has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (19.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 689 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -3.1°C / 26°F -13.2° / 9.7° 2.8
Feb -0.6°C / 31°F -9° / 13.8° 10.2
Mar 4.9°C / 41°F -5.8° / 21.5° 25.1
Apr 9.5°C / 49°F -1.6° / 25.8° 62.1
May 13.6°C / 56°F 1.9° / 27.6° 72.4
Jun 17.5°C / 63°F 7.2° / 28.9° 85.3
Jul 19.5°C / 67°F 9.8° / 30.6° 140.8
Aug 19°C / 66°F 9° / 30° 115.5
Sep 14.9°C / 59°F 6° / 26.1° 82.3
Oct 8.3°C / 47°F -0.5° / 21.3° 77.0
Nov 3.2°C / 38°F -7.8° / 17.2° 13.6
Dec -2.5°C / 28°F -13.1° / 10.1° 2.3
Shili experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 66°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 25.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 5,407 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below China avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation5,407 ft (1,648 m)
Area264.0 sq mi (683.7 km²)
Population Density148/sq mi
Coordinates33.9518°N, 105.2925°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.4"
33% below China avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.61"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

92 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
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 140 km
Jul 24, 2008 42 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 136 km
Jul 23, 2008 45 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.5 135 km
Jul 22, 2013 68 km W of Mawu, China M5.4 121 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.2 141 km
May 12, 2008 37 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M5.1 139 km
May 27, 2008 48 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M5.0 143 km
May 29, 2008 Sichuan-Gansu border region, China M4.9 146 km
Jul 22, 2013 49 km WNW of Mawu, China M4.9 106 km
Jun 20, 2006 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 103 km
Sep 19, 2009 52 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 126 km
May 15, 2008 49 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 126 km
Jun 17, 2008 43 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 135 km
May 25, 2008 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 103 km
Apr 9, 2005 50 km SW of Mawu, China M4.8 74 km
Jun 19, 2008 43 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 134 km
Jul 24, 2008 48 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.8 132 km
Jan 10, 2007 130 km S of Mawu, China M4.7 93 km
May 27, 2008 85 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M4.7 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°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) 3.2 in
June 62°F (17°C) 3.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.1 in
November 38°F (3°C) 0.6 in
December 29°F (-1°C) 0.2 in Driest

Shili has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 27°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and December the driest (0.2").

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Museums in Shili

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
甘肃秦文化博物馆

Gas Stations in Shili

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #8371452525

Stadiums & Teams in Shili

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Shili

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 Shili

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 Shili

What is the population of Shili?

Shili has a population of 38,961 residents and is located in China. The population density is 148 people per square mile, spread across 264.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shili?

Shili has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.4 inches.

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