Zhaoyu, China

Shanxi · China

Zhaoyu is a large city in Shanxi, China with a population of 254,535. Elevation: 2,513 ft (766 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

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

254,535 Population 773/sq mi density
2,513 ft Elevation 766 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
20.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population254,535
Density773/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Population254,535
Population Density773 / sq mi
Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Coordinates37.3553°, 112.3167°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceShanxi
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation20.2 inches (513 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.5 inches (32 cm)

About Zhaoyu

Zhaoyu is a large city in China (Shanxi) with a population of 254,535. The city sits at an elevation of 2,513 feet (766 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 27°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Zhaoyu

Zhaoyu has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (24.9°C), the coldest is Dec (-4.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 560 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan -4.3°C / 24°F -18.3° / 8.9° 5.9
Feb -0.8°C / 31°F -12° / 15.4° 11.6
Mar 5.9°C / 43°F -6.5° / 22.7° 14.2
Apr 11.6°C / 53°F -3.1° / 30.3° 39.0
May 18.2°C / 65°F 2.8° / 34.7° 40.9
Jun 24°C / 75°F 10.9° / 37.2° 44.4
Jul 24.9°C / 77°F 14.2° / 37.5° 117.7
Aug 23.3°C / 74°F 11.3° / 35.2° 142.0
Sep 18.7°C / 66°F 5.3° / 31.7° 66.3
Oct 10.5°C / 51°F -2.1° / 25.2° 52.8
Nov 3.3°C / 38°F -10.6° / 19.2° 20.4
Dec -4.5°C / 24°F -17.9° / 9.3° 4.4
Zhaoyu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,513 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below China avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation2,513 ft (766 m)
Area329.4 sq mi (853.2 km²)
Population Density773/sq mi
Coordinates37.3553°N, 112.3167°E
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.2"
47% below China avg
Snowfall 12.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.50"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.10"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.0. Most recent: M4.2 on Jan 6, 2020.

Jan 28, 1991 4 km WNW of Xinzhou, China M5.0 124 km
Sep 2, 2002 6 km E of Taiyuan, China M4.7 63 km
Jun 5, 2010 23 km SSW of Xinzhou, China M4.7 100 km
Jul 25, 2001 25 km N of Linfen, China M4.4 138 km
Nov 9, 1991 25 km SW of Yuci, China M4.4 26 km
Apr 25, 1994 32 km SW of Jiexiu, China M4.3 84 km
Jan 6, 2020 23 km NE of Gutao, China M4.2 3 km
Aug 25, 2003 20 km NW of Xinzhou, China M3.8 135 km
Mar 12, 1990 71 km NW of Hecun, China M3.7 119 km
Feb 20, 1990 16 km SSW of Gutao, China M3.6 37 km
Feb 26, 1991 12 km W of Taiyuan, China M3.6 57 km
Feb 23, 1991 44 km SSW of Yangquan, China M3.5 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 0.1 in Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 0.2 in
March 40°F (4°C) 0.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 0.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 1.2 in
June 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
July 74°F (24°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
September 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 0.8 in
November 37°F (3°C) 0.4 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 0.2 in Coldest

Zhaoyu has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 26°F in December to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 17.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (0.1").

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Schools in Zhaoyu

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
梁官小学 - - - -
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Museums in Zhaoyu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Baichuantong Shanxi Merchants Furniture Museum
China Chamber of Commerce Museum
China's rare newspaper Museum
Chinese Escort Museum
Chinese Escort Museum
Former Residence of Lei Lütai
Former Site of Rishengchang
Huiwulin Traditional Martial Arts Exhibition Hall
Pingyao County Government Museum
Pingyao Hall
Pingyao Museum
Pingyao's Beef Museum
Qiao Family Compound
Shi Lou
The Imperial Examination Museum of China
The Museum of the First Bodyguard Agency in North China
Tianjixiang Museum
Tongxinggong Escort Museum
Wei Fenghou
Wei Sheng Chang Museum
Wei Tai Hou Draft Bank
Wentaofang Ancient Weapon Museum
Xietongqing (Museums für chinesische Banken Qianzhuang)
Xingfan Temple
Yonglong
Zhenjunfu
刘胡兰纪念馆

Farmers Markets in Zhaoyu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
宋氏姜糖

Theatres in Zhaoyu

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

戏台

Train Stations in Zhaoyu

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Qixian
洪善
祁县东

Gas Stations in Zhaoyu

24 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

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CN #2482432558
CN #2482432568
CN #2482432581
CN #2482432584
CN #2482432586
CN #2482439390
CN #2482439397
CN #2482439398
CN #2482439401
CN #2482439403
CN #2482439405
CN #4828931527
LNG
LNG
LNG
LNG
PetroChina
PetroChina
PetroChina
Petrochina
Petrochina
Sinopec
Sinopec

Airports Near Zhaoyu

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Taiyuan Wusu International AirportTYNLarge Airport
Wenshui Air Base-Medium Airport
Taiyuan Yaocheng AirportTYCSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Zhaoyu

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Zhenguo Temple
渠家大院

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 population of Zhaoyu?

Zhaoyu has a population of 254,535 residents and is located in China. The population density is 773 people per square mile, spread across 329.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zhaoyu?

Zhaoyu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 20.2 inches, with 12.5 inches of snow.

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