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Yongning, China

Yunnan · China

Yongning is a small city in Yunnan, China with a population of 20,852. Elevation: 9,088 ft (2,770 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

20,852 Population 6/sq mi density
9,088 ft Elevation 2,770 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
29.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population20,852
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain29.8 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation9,088 ft (2,770 m)
Population20,852
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation9,088 ft (2,770 m)
Coordinates27.8333°, 100.6667°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceYunnan
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation29.8 inches (757 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yongning

Yongning is a small city in China (Yunnan) with a population of 20,852. The city sits at an elevation of 9,088 feet (2,770 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Yongning

Yongning has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jun (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (-0.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 892 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -0.4°C / 31°F -7.9° / 12.3° 4.6
Feb 1.2°C / 34°F -6.8° / 13.3° 7.4
Mar 5.2°C / 41°F -4.3° / 19.6° 9.5
Apr 8.5°C / 47°F -2.4° / 22.6° 27.8
May 12.4°C / 54°F 1.1° / 25.5° 52.2
Jun 15.4°C / 60°F 6° / 26.6° 164.8
Jul 15.1°C / 59°F 8.4° / 24.2° 222.3
Aug 14.9°C / 59°F 7.1° / 23.6° 201.5
Sep 12.9°C / 55°F 5° / 21.4° 137.4
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F -0.6° / 20° 49.5
Nov 4.3°C / 40°F -4.4° / 16.6° 11.1
Dec 0.9°C / 34°F -6.7° / 12.1° 4.3
Yongning experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 282 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 29.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 9,088 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below China avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation9,088 ft (2,770 m)
Area3,334.8 sq mi (8,637.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates27.8333°N, 100.6667°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.8"
22% below China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 6.10"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Jul 29, 2025.

Feb 3, 1996 47 km N of Lijiang, China M6.6 72 km
Aug 18, 1990 72 km NW of Dadukou, China M5.7 107 km
Feb 4, 1996 20 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.6 95 km
Aug 31, 2013 58 km NW of Shangri-La, China M5.6 137 km
Nov 19, 1998 93 km ENE of Lijiang, China M5.6 69 km
Sep 24, 1996 41 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.5 74 km
Jun 24, 2012 105 km E of Shangri-La, China M5.5 13 km
Feb 6, 1996 36 km N of Lijiang, China M5.5 81 km
May 23, 2001 119 km NE of Lijiang, China M5.5 37 km
Jan 2, 2022 99 km E of Shangri-La, China M5.4 6 km
Oct 2, 1998 90 km ENE of Lijiang, China M5.4 72 km
Jul 17, 1993 21 km NNW of Shangri-La, China M5.4 103 km
Feb 6, 1996 46 km NNE of Lijiang, China M5.2 70 km
Aug 27, 2013 59 km NW of Shangri-La, China M5.2 139 km
May 27, 2024 44 km N of Yongning, China M5.1 44 km
Oct 23, 1997 22 km NE of Lijiang, China M5.1 97 km
Feb 3, 1996 25 km N of Lijiang, China M5.1 93 km
Aug 31, 2013 56 km NW of Shangri-La, China M5.0 137 km
Apr 9, 2024 48 km WNW of Yongning, China M5.0 48 km
May 26, 1991 51 km WNW of Lijiang, China M5.0 126 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami 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 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 40°F (5°C) 0.6 in
March 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
April 51°F (10°C) 2.1 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
June 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 6.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 0.6 in
December 38°F (3°C) 0.2 in

Yongning has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 37°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and January the driest (0.2").

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Schools in Yongning

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
永宁乡中学
泥鳅沟完小
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Museums in Yongning

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Namu's House

Hotels in Yongning

7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Er Mo Home
Lige Holiday Hotels
Misty Mountain
Silver Lake Island Hotel
Tiramisu
Ziyue Hotel
泸沽湖在路上足迹青年旅舍

Monuments in Yongning

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

永宁土司衙署

Bus Stations in Yongning

3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Luoshui Busterminal
Tourist Distribution Center
泸沽湖客运站

Airports Near Yongning

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ninglang Luguhu AirportNLHMedium Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yongning

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Zhamei Temple
者波达迦林寺

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 Yongning

What is the population of Yongning?

Yongning has a population of 20,852 residents and is located in China. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 3,334.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yongning?

Yongning has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.8 inches.

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