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Weather & Climate in Baima, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Baima has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 353 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 33.9 inches. The area receives 54.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,689 feet.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 39.0°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,689 ft (3,258 m) |
| Area | 42,070.5 sq mi (108,962.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.0575°N, 96.9185°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
93 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Aug 11, 2013 | 141 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M5.7 | 100 km | 6 km |
| Feb 6, 1992 | 163 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.6 | 144 km | 15 km |
| Aug 18, 2003 | 166 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.5 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Aug 9, 1997 | 95 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 27 km | 33 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 95 km S of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 26 km | 33 km |
| May 3, 1993 | 173 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2013 | 136 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Feb 9, 1992 | 173 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 2023 | 111 km WSW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Sep 27, 2004 | 176 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 139 km | 14 km |
| Feb 12, 1991 | 163 km S of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 43 km | 17 km |
| Aug 12, 2013 | 131 km SE of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2013 | 146 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2013 | 140 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Oct 18, 1993 | 158 km SE of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 128 km | 29 km |
| Oct 9, 2000 | 116 km SE of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 120 km | 33 km |
| Aug 17, 1997 | 90 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 32 km | 65 km |
| Feb 9, 1992 | 173 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M4.8 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jun 8, 1991 | 135 km N of Hayuliang, India | M4.8 | 91 km | 33 km |
| Jan 18, 1997 | 102 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 27 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.9 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 52°F (11°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 6.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest |
Baima has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 24°F in December to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.3").