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Xiaochuan, China

Gansu · China

Xiaochuan is a small city in Gansu, China with a population of 18,098. Elevation: 4,137 ft (1,261 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

18,098 Population 24/sq mi density
4,137 ft Elevation 1,261 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population18,098
Density24/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain25.9 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation4,137 ft (1,261 m)
Population18,098
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation4,137 ft (1,261 m)
Coordinates33.6806°, 105.5616°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation25.9 inches (659 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)

About Xiaochuan

Xiaochuan is a small city in China (Gansu) with a population of 18,098. The city sits at an elevation of 4,137 feet (1,261 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Xiaochuan

Xiaochuan has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (22.2°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 849 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.6°C / 31°F -9.2° / 9.9° 3.3
Feb 1.7°C / 35°F -5.8° / 13.6° 10.6
Mar 7.7°C / 46°F -3° / 22.1° 29.1
Apr 12.2°C / 54°F 2.1° / 27.1° 71.1
May 16.3°C / 61°F 4.5° / 29.2° 75.2
Jun 20.4°C / 69°F 10.6° / 31.6° 108.2
Jul 22.2°C / 72°F 12.8° / 33° 180.9
Aug 21.9°C / 71°F 12.1° / 32.4° 151.4
Sep 17.4°C / 63°F 8.4° / 28.6° 111.0
Oct 10.8°C / 51°F 2° / 22.6° 89.3
Nov 5.5°C / 42°F -5.3° / 17.5° 16.7
Dec -0.1°C / 32°F -9.2° / 11.6° 2.5
Xiaochuan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 289 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 25.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,137 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below China avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,137 ft (1,261 m)
Area745.8 sq mi (1,931.6 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates33.6806°N, 105.5616°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.9"
32% below China avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.92"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

176 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.1. Most recent: M4.2 on May 21, 2025.

May 25, 2008 39 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M6.1 125 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 108 km
Jul 24, 2008 42 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 104 km
Jul 23, 2008 45 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.5 103 km
May 12, 2008 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.3 142 km
May 19, 2008 51 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 139 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.2 109 km
Oct 29, 2009 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 132 km
May 12, 2008 58 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.1 149 km
May 12, 2008 37 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M5.1 106 km
May 13, 2008 51 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.0 143 km
May 15, 2011 38 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.0 132 km
May 27, 2008 48 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M5.0 114 km
Jun 9, 2014 60 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.0 136 km
Jun 7, 2008 62 km W of Guangyuan, China M4.9 136 km
May 29, 2008 Sichuan-Gansu border region, China M4.9 117 km
Sep 19, 2009 52 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 94 km
Jul 16, 2017 29 km WSW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 148 km
Jul 22, 2013 49 km WNW of Mawu, China M4.9 145 km
Jun 20, 2006 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (-0°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 0.2 in
March 44°F (6°C) 0.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 67°F (19°C) 3.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in
September 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 0.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 0.1 in Driest

Xiaochuan has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 32°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and December the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Xiaochuan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
成县民俗文化博物馆

Gas Stations in Xiaochuan

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CN #10246445347
CN #10246448429

Stadiums & Teams in Xiaochuan

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Ski Resorts Near Xiaochuan

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
麦积山滑雪场 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Xiaochuan

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Longnan Chengzhou AirportLNLMedium Airport

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 Xiaochuan

What is the population of Xiaochuan?

Xiaochuan has a population of 18,098 residents and is located in China. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 745.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xiaochuan?

Xiaochuan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.

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