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Wendong, China

Yunnan · China

Wendong is a small city in Yunnan, China with a population of 14,517. Elevation: 6,056 ft (1,846 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).

14,517 Population 4/sq mi density
6,056 ft Elevation 1,846 meters
65°F Avg Temperature 19°C
54.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Wendong

Wendong Wa Ethnic Township is an ethnic township in Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Yunnan, China. As of the 2017 census it had a population of 14,471 and an area of 180-square-kilometre (69 sq mi).

People

Population14,517
Density4/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
Rain54.7 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation6,056 ft (1,846 m)
Population14,517
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation6,056 ft (1,846 m)
Coordinates23.1667°, 99.9000°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceYunnan
Average Temperature65°F (19°C)
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation54.7 inches (1,388 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Wendong

Wendong is a small city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 14,517. The city sits at an elevation of 6,056 feet (1,846 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Wendong

Wendong has an average annual temperature of 18.8°C (66°F). The hottest month is May (22.8°C), the coldest is Jan (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1321 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 12.3°C / 54°F 3.7° / 21.8° 30.1
Feb 14.1°C / 57°F 4.9° / 25.1° 18.8
Mar 18.2°C / 65°F 8.6° / 29.8° 16.3
Apr 21°C / 70°F 11.1° / 32.3° 42.5
May 22.8°C / 73°F 14.1° / 33.7° 106.5
Jun 22.7°C / 73°F 16.8° / 32° 216.4
Jul 22.4°C / 72°F 16.9° / 30.8° 282.7
Aug 22.1°C / 72°F 16.8° / 30.7° 284.7
Sep 21.5°C / 71°F 15.4° / 30.1° 150.1
Oct 19.4°C / 67°F 11.6° / 28.4° 99.3
Nov 16.3°C / 61°F 8.4° / 25.2° 52.6
Dec 13.1°C / 56°F 4.6° / 22.2° 21.7
Wendong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 6,056 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above China avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation6,056 ft (1,846 m)
Area3,834.2 sq mi (9,930.5 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates23.1667°N, 99.9000°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.7"
44% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.51"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

67 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 27, 2024.

Apr 23, 1992 126 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M6.2 136 km
Jun 2, 2007 119 km NNE of Jinghong, China M6.1 119 km
Apr 23, 1992 130 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M6.1 130 km
Jan 26, 1993 119 km NNE of Jinghong, China M5.6 120 km
Mar 1, 2015 132 km ENE of Lashio, Myanmar M5.2 116 km
Jun 3, 2007 122 km NNE of Jinghong, China M4.9 130 km
Jul 5, 1994 130 km SW of Jianshui, China M4.9 55 km
Apr 23, 1992 146 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.8 133 km
May 12, 1995 105 km SW of Jianshui, China M4.8 78 km
Feb 18, 1995 166 km NW of Jinghong, China M4.8 50 km
Sep 19, 1994 116 km SW of Jianshui, China M4.8 70 km
Jan 25, 2005 59 km N of Jinghong, China M4.8 109 km
Jun 3, 1993 157 km SW of Jianshui, China M4.7 30 km
Aug 20, 2024 15 km ESE of Simao, China M4.7 134 km
Feb 14, 1990 171 km NW of Jinghong, China M4.7 31 km
Jan 27, 1993 104 km NNE of Jinghong, China M4.7 114 km
Apr 23, 1992 133 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.7 143 km
Jan 16, 1998 158 km NW of Jinghong, China M4.7 44 km
Apr 28, 1992 134 km ESE of Lashio, Myanmar M4.7 128 km
May 16, 1992 162 km NNW of Jinghong, China M4.6 11 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 55°F (13°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 58°F (14°C) 0.6 in
March 63°F (17°C) 0.6 in
April 68°F (20°C) 1.7 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 8.5 in Warmest
July 72°F (22°C) 11.5 in Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 10.8 in
September 71°F (21°C) 6.5 in
October 67°F (19°C) 5.2 in
November 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in
December 55°F (13°C) 0.9 in

Wendong has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 55°F in January to 72°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.5") and January the driest (0.5").

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Airports Near Wendong

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cangyuan Washan AirportCWJMedium Airport
Lancang Jingmai AirportJMJMedium Airport
Lincang Boshang AirportLNJMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wendong

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
上芒堆教堂
多依树求雨塔

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 Wendong

What is the population of Wendong?

Wendong has a population of 14,517 residents and is located in China. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,834.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Wendong?

Wendong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches.

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