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Shimen, China

Gansu · China

Shimen is a small city in Gansu, China with a population of 10,862. Elevation: 3,770 ft (1,149 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

10,862 Population 4/sq mi density
3,770 ft Elevation 1,149 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
24.5 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population10,862
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation3,770 ft (1,149 m)
Population10,862
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation3,770 ft (1,149 m)
Coordinates33.4860°, 104.7382°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation24.5 inches (622 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.4 inches (1 cm)

About Shimen

Shimen is a small city in China (Gansu) with a population of 10,862. The city sits at an elevation of 3,770 feet (1,149 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 28°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Shimen

Shimen has an average annual temperature of 15.9°C (61°F). The hottest month is Jul (26.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 449 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.2°C / 40°F 0° / 8.3° 2.0
Feb 7.6°C / 46°F 3.3° / 11.8° 2.6
Mar 11.8°C / 53°F 6.9° / 16.7° 13.7
Apr 17.3°C / 63°F 11.9° / 22.7° 32.8
May 21.1°C / 70°F 15.6° / 26.6° 61.4
Jun 24.2°C / 76°F 18.8° / 29.5° 62.9
Jul 26.2°C / 79°F 21.1° / 31.3° 78.7
Aug 25.4°C / 78°F 20.5° / 30.3° 74.9
Sep 21°C / 70°F 16.8° / 25.2° 71.1
Oct 15.8°C / 60°F 11.9° / 19.7° 39.9
Nov 10.8°C / 51°F 6.5° / 15° 8.0
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F 0.9° / 9.6° 0.5
Shimen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 3,770 feet.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below China avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,770 ft (1,149 m)
Area2,528.5 sq mi (6,548.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates33.4860°N, 104.7382°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.5"
36% below China avg
Snowfall 0.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

332 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.2 on May 21, 2025.

Aug 8, 2017 168 km SW of Mawu, China M6.5 88 km
May 25, 2008 39 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M6.1 121 km
Jul 21, 2013 60 km W of Mawu, China M5.9 122 km
May 17, 2008 58 km NNE of Jiangyou, China M5.8 140 km
Jul 24, 2008 42 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 111 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 114 km
Jul 23, 2008 45 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.5 108 km
Jul 22, 2013 68 km W of Mawu, China M5.4 127 km
May 12, 2008 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.3 126 km
Mar 12, 2009 68 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.3 127 km
Oct 29, 2009 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 117 km
Jun 5, 2008 70 km NNE of Jiangyou, China M5.2 129 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.2 115 km
May 19, 2008 51 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 125 km
Sep 30, 2017 64 km NNE of Jiangyou, China M5.1 137 km
May 12, 2008 58 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.1 131 km
May 12, 2008 37 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M5.1 117 km
May 27, 2008 48 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M5.0 109 km
Mar 1, 2010 Sichuan-Gansu border region, China M5.0 138 km
May 15, 2011 38 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.0 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 28°F (-2°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 32°F (0°C) 0.2 in
March 40°F (5°C) 0.8 in
April 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 65°F (19°C) 4.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.0 in
November 40°F (4°C) 0.4 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 0.1 in Driest

Shimen has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 28°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and December the driest (0.1").

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Farmers Markets in Shimen

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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 Shimen

What is the population of Shimen?

Shimen has a population of 10,862 residents and is located in China. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,528.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Shimen?

Shimen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 28°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.5 inches.

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