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Taoyuan, China

Yunnan · China

Taoyuan is a mid-size city in Yunnan, China with a population of 34,655. Elevation: 3,999 ft (1,219 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

34,655 Population 14/sq mi density
3,999 ft Elevation 1,219 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 18°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population34,655
Density14/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation3,999 ft (1,219 m)
Population34,655
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation3,999 ft (1,219 m)
Coordinates26.2283°, 100.5600°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceYunnan
Average Temperature65°F (18°C)
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (793 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Taoyuan

Taoyuan is a mid-size city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 34,655. The city sits at an elevation of 3,999 feet (1,219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 53°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Taoyuan

Taoyuan has an average annual temperature of 15.2°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jun (21.4°C), the coldest is Jan (7.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 929 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.2°C / 45°F -2.6° / 19.1° 12.9
Feb 9.2°C / 49°F -0.4° / 20.8° 19.0
Mar 13.7°C / 57°F 3.2° / 26.3° 7.7
Apr 16.8°C / 62°F 5.5° / 28.9° 20.7
May 19.9°C / 68°F 9.7° / 31.5° 48.2
Jun 21.4°C / 70°F 13.5° / 31.6° 148.2
Jul 20.6°C / 69°F 14.1° / 28.9° 196.3
Aug 20.1°C / 68°F 13.6° / 27.4° 240.3
Sep 18.3°C / 65°F 11.7° / 25.2° 144.6
Oct 15.7°C / 60°F 7.6° / 24.2° 64.8
Nov 11.4°C / 52°F 2.5° / 21.8° 17.5
Dec 8°C / 46°F -1.1° / 18.5° 8.9
Taoyuan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,999 feet.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above China avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation3,999 ft (1,219 m)
Area2,458.3 sq mi (6,366.9 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates26.2283°N, 100.5600°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.43"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

228 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M5.0 on Jun 4, 2025.

Feb 3, 1996 47 km N of Lijiang, China M6.6 122 km
May 21, 2021 25 km NW of Dali, China M6.1 78 km
Jul 21, 2003 75 km SSW of Dadukou, China M6.0 78 km
Jan 14, 2000 85 km E of Dali, China M5.9 86 km
Aug 18, 1990 72 km NW of Dadukou, China M5.7 102 km
Jul 9, 2009 88 km E of Dali, China M5.7 85 km
Oct 16, 2003 Yunnan, China M5.6 76 km
Feb 4, 1996 20 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.6 94 km
Oct 27, 2001 74 km SE of Lijiang, China M5.6 13 km
Nov 19, 1998 93 km ENE of Lijiang, China M5.6 129 km
Sep 24, 1996 41 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.5 112 km
Feb 6, 1996 36 km N of Lijiang, China M5.5 111 km
Jan 14, 2000 95 km E of Dali, China M5.5 93 km
Oct 2, 1998 90 km ENE of Lijiang, China M5.4 124 km
Aug 14, 1993 105 km NW of Longquan, China M5.2 132 km
Feb 6, 1996 46 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.2 112 km
Mar 3, 2013 59 km NW of Dali, China M5.2 80 km
May 21, 2021 22 km WNW of Dali, China M5.2 81 km
Jul 10, 2009 82 km E of Dali, China M5.2 78 km
Apr 17, 2013 59 km NW of Dali, China M5.1 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1951 CHINA: GANSU AND SHANXI PROVINCES Earthquake 2.0 m 77 km
1955 JINSHA RIVER, YUNNAN PROVINCE Earthquake 1.0 m 130 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 53°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
February 57°F (14°C) 1.1 in
March 63°F (17°C) 2.0 in
April 68°F (20°C) 2.2 in
May 73°F (23°C) 2.0 in
June 74°F (24°C) 4.7 in Warmest
July 74°F (23°C) 5.4 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 5.1 in
September 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
October 66°F (19°C) 3.0 in
November 58°F (15°C) 1.0 in
December 53°F (12°C) 0.4 in Driest

Taoyuan has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 53°F in January to 74°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and December the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Taoyuan

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
涛源镇中心小学
涛源镇金江小学
涛源中学
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Museums in Taoyuan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
边屯文化博物馆

Farmers Markets in Taoyuan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
农贸市场
农贸市场

Hotels in Taoyuan

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

红果酒店
金涛酒店

Restaurants in Taoyuan

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

川滇龙虾
食苑小厨

Monuments in Taoyuan

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

永胜大理会馆

Gas Stations in Taoyuan

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CN #1786044158
CN #7833203361

Airports Near Taoyuan

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lijiang Sanyi International AirportLJGLarge Airport
Dali Fengyi AirportDLUMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Taoyuan

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Jinjiang Mosque
金江土主寺

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 Taoyuan

What is the population of Taoyuan?

Taoyuan has a population of 34,655 residents and is located in China. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 2,458.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Taoyuan?

Taoyuan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 53°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.

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