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Weather & Climate in Changsha, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Changsha 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 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 791 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.7°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Area | 40.7 sq mi (105.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 41/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.6878°N, 105.9897°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
199 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Jun 17, 2019 | 22 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.8 | 108 km | 6 km |
| Jan 27, 2017 | 32 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 127 km | 32 km |
| Jun 22, 2019 | 11 km SE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2013 | 24 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 15 km E of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2019 | 12 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 1996 | 27 km S of Zigong, China | M5.1 | 130 km | 33 km |
| Sep 7, 2019 | 14 km WSW of Neijiang, China | M5.0 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2015 | 20 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.0 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2025 | 12 km SW of Xuyong, China | M5.0 | 91 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 2017 | 38 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 35 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 123 km | 45 km |
| Apr 23, 2020 | 17 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 30 km SSE of Bowangshan, China | M4.9 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 18 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2019 | 17 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Jun 15, 2025 | 10 km WSW of Bowangshan, China | M4.9 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 23 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 7 km SE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 20 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 107 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 5.9 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in |
Changsha has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 45°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.8").