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Xicang, China

Gansu · China

Xicang is a small town in Gansu, China with a population of 2,927. Elevation: 10,213 ft (3,113 m). Average temperature: 35°F (1°C).

Data updated June 2026

2,927 Population 6/sq mi density
10,213 ft Elevation 3,113 meters
35°F Avg Temperature 1°C
24.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Xicang

Xicang Township is a township in Luqu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu, China. In 2010, Xicang Township had a total population of 2,927: 1,598 males and 1,329 females: 685 aged under 14, 1,957 aged between 15 and 65 and 285 aged over 65.

People

Population2,927
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp35°F (1°C)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation10,213 ft (3,113 m)
Population2,927
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation10,213 ft (3,113 m)
Coordinates34.5688°, 102.5629°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature35°F (1°C)
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation24.7 inches (626 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.3 inches (3 cm)

About Xicang

Xicang is a small town in China (Gansu) with a population of 2,927. The city sits at an elevation of 10,213 feet (3,113 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 35°F (1°C). Temperatures range from 15°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Xicang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 291 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 24.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 10,213 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average34.5°F
36% below China avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10,213 ft (3,113 m)
Area488.9 sq mi (1,266.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates34.5688°N, 102.5629°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.7"
35% below China avg
Snowfall 1.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.84"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.4. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 24, 2021.

Jul 22, 2013 68 km W of Mawu, China M5.4 148 km
Sep 7, 2004 107 km WNW of Mawu, China M5.2 112 km
Sep 27, 1999 194 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M5.0 103 km
Oct 31, 2017 77 km S of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M5.0 76 km
Mar 14, 2019 139 km WSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.9 84 km
Jul 12, 2020 204 km WSW of Mawu, China M4.7 111 km
Feb 23, 2011 97 km W of Mawu, China M4.6 120 km
Nov 23, 2001 151 km WSW of Mawu, China M4.6 82 km
Sep 20, 2001 166 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.4 49 km
Jul 22, 2013 70 km W of Mawu, China M4.4 146 km
Sep 24, 2001 153 km SSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.4 26 km
Nov 11, 1995 95 km NW of Mawu, China M4.3 145 km
Sep 6, 1999 205 km WSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.2 120 km
Jun 24, 2021 186 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.2 76 km
May 12, 2008 243 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.1 118 km
Oct 20, 2013 69 km W of Mawu, China M4.1 150 km
Apr 5, 1994 104 km WSW of Mawu, China M4.0 139 km
Aug 12, 1998 218 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M4.0 93 km
Feb 12, 2000 205 km WSW of Mawu, China M3.9 122 km
Jan 5, 2008 214 km SSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China M3.9 86 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 15°F (-10°C) 0.1 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 0.2 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 0.6 in
April 36°F (2°C) 1.4 in
May 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
June 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
July 51°F (11°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
September 45°F (7°C) 4.0 in
October 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
November 25°F (-4°C) 0.3 in
December 17°F (-8°C) 0.0 in Driest

Xicang has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 15°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.0").

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Airports Near Xicang

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Gannan Xiahe AirportGXHMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Xicang

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Xicang Monastery

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 Xicang

What is the population of Xicang?

Xicang has a population of 2,927 residents and is located in China. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 488.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Xicang?

Xicang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 291 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.7 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.

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