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Taizhou, China

Jiangsu · China

Taizhou is a major city in Jiangsu, China with a population of 1,607,108. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

1,607,108 Population 719/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
38.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population1,607,108
Density719/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,607,108
Population Density719 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates32.4907°, 119.9081°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceJiangsu
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation38.8 inches (985 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Taizhou

Taizhou is a major city in China (Jiangsu) with a population of 1,607,108. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 82°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Taizhou

Taizhou has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1260 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.1°C / 38°F -7.2° / 15° 48.7
Feb 4.9°C / 41°F -5.6° / 20.6° 66.7
Mar 10.4°C / 51°F -1.7° / 26.6° 79.1
Apr 15.4°C / 60°F 3.1° / 30.4° 66.2
May 21.4°C / 70°F 9.1° / 34.3° 73.2
Jun 26.2°C / 79°F 16.1° / 37° 172.7
Jul 28°C / 82°F 20.6° / 35.9° 311.6
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 21° / 36.4° 139.2
Sep 23.9°C / 75°F 15.2° / 32.9° 132.4
Oct 17.4°C / 63°F 5.7° / 30.6° 84.6
Nov 11.9°C / 53°F -2.3° / 25.8° 59.5
Dec 4°C / 39°F -7.7° / 17.7° 26.4
Taizhou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 266 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 38.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above China avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area2,234.5 sq mi (5,787.4 km²)
Population Density719/sq mi
Coordinates32.4907°N, 119.9081°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.8"
2% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.95"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.1 on Jul 8, 2024.

Feb 9, 1990 27 km E of Changshu City, China M5.0 139 km
Jul 20, 2012 22 km W of Xinghua, China M4.9 62 km
Oct 19, 2016 18 km SSE of Hede, China M4.7 132 km
Nov 5, 1991 36 km N of Qinnan, China M4.3 121 km
Jul 8, 2024 19 km WNW of Taizhou, China M4.1 20 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bebinca (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Bebinca Category 1 182 km
2022 Muifa Category 1 222 km
2012 Damrey Category 1 217 km
2005 Khanun Category 1 225 km
1994 Ellie Category 1 211 km
1990 Abe Category 1 215 km
1985 Mamie Category 1 101 km
1984 Ed Category 1 225 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1930 JIANGSU PROVINCE Earthquake - - 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in
March 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
April 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
May 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in
June 76°F (24°C) 5.5 in
July 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 5.2 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in
November 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.4 in

Taizhou has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 36°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.0") and January the driest (1.3").

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Colleges & Universities in Taizhou

Institution Type Founded Website
南京中医药大学(泰州校区) University - ,
南京师范大学泰州学院 College - ,
南京理工大学泰州科技学院 College - ,
姜堰电大 University - ,
江苏农牧科技职业学院(凤凰东路校区) College - ,
江苏农牧科技职业学院(迎宾路校区) University - ,
泰州学院(春晖校区) University - ,
泰州学院(济川校区) College - ,
泰州技师学院 College - ,
泰州职业技术学院 College - ,
西浦·光线电影学院 College - ,
金山学院 University - ,

Schools in Taizhou

24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
周山河初级中学 - - - -
泰州市第一外国语学校 - - - -
泰州市第二中学 - - - -
泰州市凤凰小学(洪泽湖路校区) - - - -
泰州市太湖路小学 - - - -
泰州实验中学 - - - -
泰州二中附属初中 - - - -
泰州机电高等职业技术学校 - - - -
泰州市沈毅中学 - - - -
泰州市扬桥中心小学 - - - -
江苏省泰州中学附属初级中学 - - - -
泰州市凤凰小学 - - - -
泰州市特殊教育中心 - - - -
泰州市康和实验中学 - - - -
康和实验小学 - - - -
泰州医药城实验小学 - - - -
周山河小学 - - - -
江苏省泰州中学 - - - -
泰州实验学校 - - - -
泰州市柔道学校 - - - -
城东小学 - - - -
大浦中心小学碧桂园校区 - - - -
郭村第一中学 - - - -
泰州市智堡实验学校 - - - -
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Museums in Taizhou

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
PLA Navy Establishment Memorial Museum
PLA Navy Establishment Place
PLA Navy Establishment Place
Taizhou Navy Vessel Cultural Park
中国溱湖湿地科普馆
姜堰博物馆
泰州科技馆

Libraries in Taizhou

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
图书馆0.0

Farmers Markets in Taizhou

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
富民农贸市场

Stadiums & Teams in Taizhou

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Taizhou

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
扬州邵伯湖滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Taizhou

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Changzhou Benniu International AirportCZXMedium Airport
Rugao Air BaseRUGMedium Airport
Yangzhou Taizhou AirportYTYMedium Airport
Zhenjiang Dalu AirportAZJSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Taizhou

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 10
Supermarkets 2
Hotels 2
Parks 4
Police Stations 4
Places of Worship 3

🇨🇳 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 Taizhou

What is the population of Taizhou?

Taizhou has a population of 1,607,108 residents and is located in China. The population density is 719 people per square mile, spread across 2,234.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Taizhou?

Taizhou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.8 inches.

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