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Zhifang, China

Gansu · China

Zhifang is a small city in Gansu, China with a population of 11,799. Elevation: 4,114 ft (1,254 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

11,799 Population 16/sq mi density
4,114 ft Elevation 1,254 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
25.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population11,799
Density16/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Population11,799
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Coordinates33.7260°, 105.4836°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceGansu
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation25.3 inches (642 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)

About Zhifang

Zhifang is a small city in China (Gansu) with a population of 11,799. The city sits at an elevation of 4,114 feet (1,254 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Zhifang

Zhifang 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
Zhifang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 290 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 25.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 4,114 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below China avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation4,114 ft (1,254 m)
Area745.8 sq mi (1,931.6 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates33.7260°N, 105.4836°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.3"
33% below China avg
Snowfall 0.5"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.76"
Driest Month (Dec) 0.12"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

169 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 M6.1 130 km
Jul 21, 2013 60 km W of Mawu, China M5.9 142 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 113 km
Jul 24, 2008 42 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.7 109 km
Jul 23, 2008 45 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.5 108 km
Jul 22, 2013 68 km W of Mawu, China M5.4 150 km
May 12, 2008 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.3 145 km
May 19, 2008 51 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 143 km
May 27, 2008 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China M5.2 114 km
Oct 29, 2009 55 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.2 136 km
May 12, 2008 37 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M5.1 111 km
May 27, 2008 48 km WNW of Guangyuan, China M5.0 118 km
May 13, 2008 51 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.0 147 km
May 15, 2011 38 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.0 136 km
Jun 9, 2014 60 km W of Guangyuan, China M5.0 139 km
May 29, 2008 Sichuan-Gansu border region, China M4.9 121 km
Jul 22, 2013 49 km WNW of Mawu, China M4.9 136 km
Sep 19, 2009 52 km NNW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 99 km
Jun 20, 2006 107 km NW of Guangyuan, China M4.9 88 km
Jun 7, 2008 62 km W of Guangyuan, China M4.9 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 0.2 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 0.2 in
March 43°F (6°C) 0.8 in
April 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (20°C) 4.3 in
September 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 42°F (6°C) 0.6 in
December 33°F (1°C) 0.1 in Driest

Zhifang has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 31°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").

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Museums in Zhifang

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
成县民俗文化博物馆

Stadiums & Teams in Zhifang

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Ski Resorts Near Zhifang

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 Zhifang

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 Zhifang

What is the population of Zhifang?

Zhifang has a population of 11,799 residents and is located in China. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 745.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zhifang?

Zhifang has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.3 inches.

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