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Shima, China

Fujian · China

Shima is a mid-size city in Fujian, China with a population of 68,375. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).

68,375 Population 28,023/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
70°F Avg Temperature 21°C
46.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population68,375
Density28,023/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population68,375
Population Density28,023 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates24.4465°, 117.8122°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceFujian
Average Temperature70°F (21°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation46.7 inches (1,187 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Shima

Shima is a mid-size city in China (Fujian) with a population of 68,375. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Shima

Shima has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jul (29°C), the coldest is Jan (14°C). Average annual precipitation is 1284 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C / 57°F 10.4° / 17.6° 36.2
Feb 14.4°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18° 76.9
Mar 16.4°C / 62°F 12.7° / 20.2° 96.7
Apr 20.6°C / 69°F 16.8° / 24.5° 120.4
May 24.2°C / 76°F 20.7° / 27.7° 163.4
Jun 27.2°C / 81°F 24° / 30.3° 212.7
Jul 29°C / 84°F 25.5° / 32.6° 125.8
Aug 28.8°C / 84°F 25.3° / 32.4° 211.6
Sep 27.4°C / 81°F 24° / 30.9° 117.7
Oct 24.3°C / 76°F 20.8° / 27.8° 53.6
Nov 20.7°C / 69°F 17.1° / 24.3° 34.4
Dec 16.2°C / 61°F 12.6° / 19.8° 34.3
Shima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above China avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density28,023/sq mi
Coordinates24.4465°N, 117.8122°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.44"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 17, 2019.

Feb 25, 1995 27 km S of Kerencun, China M4.9 90 km
Aug 17, 2019 102 km SSE of Zhenhaicun, China M4.3 136 km
Aug 1, 2019 86 km W of Magong, Taiwan M4.2 131 km
Nov 26, 1992 110 km SW of Sanming, China M4.1 148 km
Mar 2, 1992 10 km SSE of Zhenhaicun, China M3.9 43 km
Jun 3, 1991 64 km SE of Jincheng, Taiwan M3.9 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

62 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Danas (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Danas Category 2 243 km
2025 Podul Category 1 154 km
2024 Kong-rey Category 2 222 km
2024 Gaemi Category 1 233 km
2023 Koinu Category 3 284 km
2023 Doksuri Category 3 94 km
2023 Haikui Category 2 221 km
2020 Mekkhala Category 1 30 km
2018 Maria Category 2 243 km
2016 Meranti Category 5 44 km
2016 Nepartak Category 2 262 km
2016 Megi Category 1 212 km
2015 Dujuan Category 2 112 km
2015 Soudelor Category 2 165 km
2015 Linfa Category 1 212 km
2014 Matmo Category 1 195 km
2013 Usagi Category 3 250 km
2013 Trami Category 1 228 km
2013 Soulik Category 1 273 km
2012 Tembin Category 3 225 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1918 GUANGDONG PROVINCE Eruption + Earthquake 2,000 122 km
1917 SOUTH CHINA SEA Earthquake 27 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
March 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
April 67°F (20°C) 5.8 in
May 74°F (23°C) 6.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 5.6 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in
September 80°F (27°C) 3.8 in
October 74°F (23°C) 1.5 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.2 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.0 in Driest

Shima has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 55°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (1.0").

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Schools in Shima

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
厦门双十中学漳州分校
漳州市龙海区实验小学
月港中心小学
福建省龙海第二中学
福建省龙海第一中学(龙翔路校区)
福建省龙海第一中学(人民路校区)
龙海区第四中学
石厝小学
沙坂小学
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Museums in Shima

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Koxinga (Zheng Chenggong) Memorial Hall
Koxinga (Zheng Chenggong) Memorial Hall
Shell Museum
漳州市博物馆

Libraries in Shima

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
厦门市图书馆集美新城馆0.0
图书馆0.0
海沧区图书馆0.0
海沧区图书馆0.0
漳州市图书馆0.0
漳州市图书馆0.0
漳州市图书馆0.0
漳州市档案馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Shima

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
杏林村夜市
相屿自由市场
相屿自由市场

Hotels in Shima

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

雅斯特酒店

Train Stations in Shima

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jiaomei
龙海

Bus Stations in Shima

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1413419637
厦门港龙海客运站

Gas Stations in Shima

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1442259853
CN #1451913223
洪源加油城

Shopping Malls in Shima

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

万科广场
万达广场

Stadiums & Teams in Shima

TeamLeagueDivision
Haicang Sports Centre Stadium

Airports Near Shima

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Xiamen Gaoqi International AirportXMNLarge Airport
Kinmen AirportKNHMedium Airport
Zhangpu Air BaseSmall Airport
Zhangzhou Longxi AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shima

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
关帝庙
文庙
月港霞苑清惠宫
海澄真君庵
海澄都城隍庙
玉枕宫
石码大天后宫
石码祖宫天后宫
紫云岩
莲堂寺
观海寺
鱼嘴岩寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Shima

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 16
Hospitals 1
Parks 9
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 17

🇨🇳 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 Shima

What is the population of Shima?

Shima has a population of 68,375 residents and is located in China. The population density is 28,023 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shima?

Shima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches.

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