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Zitong, China

Chongqing · China

Zitong is a large city in Chongqing, China with a population of 212,819. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

Data updated June 2026

212,819 Population 773/sq mi density
846 ft Elevation 258 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
42.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Shanghai Timezone

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People

Population212,819
Density773/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Population212,819
Population Density773 / sq mi
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates30.1782°, 105.8299°
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Country🇨🇳 China
State / ProvinceChongqing
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation42.3 inches (1,074 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Zitong

Zitong is a large city in China (Chongqing) with a population of 212,819. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet (258 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Shanghai.

Climate in Zitong

Zitong has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1230 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.8°C / 44°F -1.7° / 16° 18.7
Feb 9.5°C / 49°F 1.3° / 21.1° 16.6
Mar 15.1°C / 59°F 5° / 28.2° 47.3
Apr 19.2°C / 67°F 9.7° / 31.9° 99.8
May 22.8°C / 73°F 13.5° / 33.6° 117.3
Jun 25.7°C / 78°F 17.6° / 35.1° 185.9
Jul 27.7°C / 82°F 20.3° / 35.6° 271.4
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 19.4° / 37° 149.1
Sep 24.8°C / 77°F 16.3° / 34.4° 167.9
Oct 18.3°C / 65°F 10.2° / 29.4° 103.3
Nov 13.5°C / 56°F 4° / 23.8° 36.0
Dec 7.6°C / 46°F -0.7° / 16.7° 16.7
Zitong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 846 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above China avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Area275.3 sq mi (712.9 km²)
Population Density773/sq mi
Coordinates30.1782°N, 105.8299°W
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.3"
11% above China avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 8.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.59"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

71 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M4.5 on Aug 16, 2025.

Jan 30, 2010 eastern Sichuan, China M5.1 19 km
Sep 7, 2019 14 km WSW of Neijiang, China M5.0 113 km
Feb 23, 2019 28 km NW of Zigong, China M4.9 146 km
Feb 19, 2013 25 km NNE of Tongchuan, China M4.9 137 km
Sep 8, 2019 22 km NW of Zigong, China M4.9 142 km
Feb 25, 2019 21 km NW of Zigong, China M4.9 142 km
Nov 11, 2012 33 km SE of Neijiang, China M4.9 109 km
Jan 1, 2020 41 km SE of Zigong, China M4.8 150 km
Jun 23, 2001 29 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.8 90 km
May 12, 2008 10 km NNE of Tongchuan, China M4.8 130 km
Aug 17, 1999 28 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 89 km
Aug 13, 1997 29 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 86 km
Apr 30, 2002 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China M4.8 82 km
Feb 2, 2020 43 km SSE of Deyang, China M4.8 140 km
Sep 10, 2010 41 km W of Yongchuan, China M4.7 100 km
Aug 19, 2023 12 km WSW of Neijiang, China M4.7 112 km
Jun 23, 2019 26 km NE of Chonglong, China M4.6 78 km
Jul 23, 2021 4 km ESE of Qingjiang, China M4.6 105 km
Nov 10, 2012 41 km SE of Neijiang, China M4.6 110 km
Feb 25, 2019 25 km NW of Zigong, China M4.6 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 0.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 48°F (9°C) 0.6 in
March 55°F (13°C) 1.1 in
April 65°F (18°C) 2.6 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.6 in
June 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.2 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 6.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 2.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 1.4 in
December 47°F (9°C) 0.6 in

Zitong has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Zitong

Institution Type Founded Website
重庆电力高等专科学校(潼南校区) College - ,

Schools in Zitong

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
重庆市潼南区朝阳小学校 - - - -
潼南第一中学 - - - -
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Train Stations in Zitong

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tongnan

Airports Near Zitong

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chongqing Baishiyi Air Base-Medium Airport
Dazu Air BaseDZUSmall Airport
Nanchong Gaoping AirportNAOSmall Airport
Suining Airport-Small Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Shanghai

Around Zitong

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 6
Supermarkets 1
Parks 7

🇨🇳 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 Zitong

What is the population of Zitong?

Zitong has a population of 212,819 residents and is located in China. The population density is 773 people per square mile, spread across 275.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Zitong?

Zitong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.3 inches.

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