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Shilin, China
Yunnan · China
Shilin is a mid-size city in Yunnan, China with a population of 55,000. Elevation: 5,860 ft (1,786 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 55,000 |
| Population Density | 190 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,860 ft (1,786 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.8188°, 103.3324° |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
| Country | 🇨🇳 China |
| State / Province | Yunnan |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.9 inches (911 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Shilin
Shilin is a mid-size city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 55,000. The city sits at an elevation of 5,860 feet (1,786 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 48°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.
Climate in Shilin
Shilin has an average annual temperature of 16°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jun (21.4°C), the coldest is Jan (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 907 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.4°F |
| 12% above China avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,860 ft (1,786 m) |
| Area | 289.2 sq mi (749.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 190/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.8188°N, 103.3324°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1833 | YUNNAN PROVINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | - | 6,700 | 54 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 6.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 65°F (19°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 0.6 in |
Shilin has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 48°F in January to 69°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.5").
Museums in Shilin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Stone Forest Karst Geological Research Museum |
Libraries in Shilin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 宜良县图书馆 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Shilin
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Shilin
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Shilin
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shilin
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shilin
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shilin
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Shilin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Shilin
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kunming Changshui International Airport | KMG | Large Airport |
| Luliang Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Mile Dongfeng Airport | - | Small Airport |
Explore Near Shilin
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Shilin
5 places within 15 km
- • Orchid Gorge
- • Palm Scenic Area
- • Peak View Pavillion
- • Stone Forest - national park
- • Stone Forest Marvel
🇨🇳 About China
Public Holidays in China
6 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Shilin
What is the population of Shilin?
Shilin has a population of 55,000 residents and is located in China. The population density is 190 people per square mile, spread across 289.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shilin?
Shilin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches.