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Weather & Climate in Biruxong, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Biruxong has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 345 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 49.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 160.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 15,033 feet.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 33.9°F |
| 37% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 345 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 15,033 ft (4,582 m) |
| Area | 173,953.2 sq mi (450,538.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4010°N, 93.6010°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
88 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Jun 29, 1994 | 194 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2010 | 129 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M5.7 | 149 km | 7 km |
| Mar 19, 2021 | 95 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.7 | 87 km | 8 km |
| Jan 5, 2000 | 102 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.5 | 125 km | 33 km |
| Mar 24, 2010 | 136 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M5.4 | 144 km | 20 km |
| Apr 17, 2010 | 136 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M5.3 | 144 km | 35 km |
| Jun 2, 1990 | 127 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.2 | 137 km | 13 km |
| Feb 11, 2003 | 199 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.1 | 125 km | 33 km |
| Jun 30, 1994 | 193 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.1 | 127 km | 33 km |
| Mar 22, 2021 | 97 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.0 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Apr 6, 2021 | 92 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.0 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 1990 | 219 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.0 | 132 km | 33 km |
| Nov 19, 1991 | 183 km NE of Nagqu, China | M4.9 | 120 km | 33 km |
| Feb 21, 2006 | 212 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 129 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M4.8 | 140 km | 24 km |
| Mar 5, 2006 | 209 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 144 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 1995 | 178 km NE of Nagqu, China | M4.8 | 117 km | 33 km |
| Aug 31, 1994 | 178 km NE of Nagqu, China | M4.7 | 118 km | 33 km |
| Apr 30, 2003 | 162 km NE of Nagqu, China | M4.7 | 148 km | 33 km |
| Jan 18, 2020 | 126 km E of Nagqu, China | M4.7 | 35 km | 27 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 20°F (-6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 35°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 19°F (-7°C) | 0.1 in |
Biruxong has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 11°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (0.1").