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Weather & Climate in Arza, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Arza has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 334 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 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 190.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,783 feet.
Temperature
7°F Jan (-14°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 34.4°F |
| 36% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,783 ft (4,506 m) |
| Area | 173,953.2 sq mi (450,538.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.6454°N, 93.2430°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
54 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Mar 19, 2021 | 95 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.7 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Apr 6, 2021 | 92 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.0 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Aug 16, 1992 | 110 km ENE of Lhasa, China | M5.0 | 123 km | 33 km |
| Aug 19, 2023 | 205 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 2020 | 208 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.9 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Dec 15, 1991 | 165 km NNW of Shi Yomi, India | M4.8 | 100 km | 33 km |
| Jul 28, 2020 | 209 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.8 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Oct 11, 1994 | 98 km NE of Lhasa, China | M4.8 | 137 km | 14 km |
| Jan 18, 2020 | 126 km E of Nagqu, China | M4.7 | 112 km | 27 km |
| Apr 6, 2021 | 100 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M4.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Mar 20, 2016 | 195 km NW of Shi Yomi, India | M4.7 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Aug 17, 2021 | 90 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M4.6 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jul 28, 2023 | 197 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.6 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2017 | 216 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.6 | 141 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 2005 | 60 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M4.6 | 120 km | 29 km |
| Aug 3, 2025 | 121 km E of Lhasa, China | M4.5 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 2025 | 158 km ESE of Nagqu, China | M4.5 | 74 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2017 | 196 km E of Nagqu, China | M4.5 | 135 km | 33 km |
| Apr 22, 1996 | 103 km ENE of Lhasa, China | M4.5 | 130 km | 33 km |
| Feb 21, 2023 | 144 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M4.5 | 129 km | 17 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 39°F (4°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.1 in |
Arza has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 7°F in January to 52°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (0.1").