Youyun, China

Qinghai · China

Youyun is a small town in Qinghai, China with a population of 2,865. Elevation: 13,816 ft (4,211 m). Average temperature: 26°F (-3°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

2,865 Population
13,816 ft Elevation 4,211 meters
26°F Avg Temperature -3°C
28.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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About Youyun

Yigxung Township or Youyun Township is a township in Maqên County, Golog Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai, China. In 2010, Yigxung Township had a total population of 2,865: 1,494 males and 1,371 females: 856 aged under 14, 1,847 aged between 15 and 65 and 162 aged over 65.

People

Population2,865

Climate

Avg Temp26°F (-3°C)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Elevation13,816 ft (4,211 m)
Population2,865
Elevation13,816 ft (4,211 m)
Coordinates34.2714°, 99.1909°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceQinghai
Average Temperature26°F (-3°C)
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation28.1 inches (713 mm)
Annual Snowfall99.4 inches (252 cm)

About Youyun

Youyun is a small town in China (Qinghai) with a population of 2,865. The city sits at an elevation of 13,816 feet (4,211 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 26°F (-3°C). Temperatures range from 9°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Youyun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 99.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,816 feet, a high-altitude location.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average26.0°F
52% below China avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)

Geography

Elevation13,816 ft (4,211 m)
Coordinates34.2714°N, 99.1909°E
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.1"
26% below China avg
Snowfall 99.4"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

97 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.3. Most recent: M5.1 on Jun 27, 2025.

May 21, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M7.3 94 km
Sep 12, 2000 257 km WSW of Xining, China M6.1 125 km
May 21, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.5 77 km
May 21, 2021 189 km W of Oula Xiuma, China M5.5 25 km
Apr 1, 2020 274 km NE of Qamdo, China M5.4 130 km
May 21, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.2 89 km
May 22, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.2 114 km
May 22, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.1 39 km
Sep 20, 2000 240 km SW of Xining, China M5.1 132 km
Sep 12, 2000 263 km WSW of Xining, China M5.1 118 km
May 30, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.1 99 km
Oct 23, 2009 282 km SW of Xining, China M5.1 74 km
Jul 8, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.1 125 km
May 27, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.1 24 km
Jun 27, 2025 200 km W of Oula Xiuma, China M5.1 29 km
Sep 12, 2000 256 km SW of Xining, China M5.0 123 km
Jun 3, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.0 135 km
May 30, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M5.0 87 km
Jun 1, 2000 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 92 km
May 22, 2021 Southern Qinghai, China M4.9 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)
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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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What is the weather like in Youyun?

Youyun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 26°F (-3°C). Winter temperatures average 9°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 28.1 inches, with 99.4 inches of snow.

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