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Weather & Climate in Dapingcun, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dapingcun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 59.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,660 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.5°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 228 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,660 ft (506 m) |
| Area | 1,313.3 sq mi (3,401.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.3182°N, 119.0307°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 6, 2008 | 6 km ENE of Meipu, China | M4.5 | 12 km | 35 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 39 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 87 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 88 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 87 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 137 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 24 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1997 | 36 km ENE of Jingfeng, China | M3.3 | 133 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
54 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 4 | 86 mph | 167 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 1 | 63 mph | 224 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 117 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 271 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 255 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 11 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 1 | 92 mph | 245 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 3 | 92 mph | 241 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 81 mph | 190 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 3 | 86 mph | 130 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 3 | 92 mph | 173 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 147 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 75 mph | 210 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 86 mph | 107 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 89 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 226 km |
| 2008 | Jangmi | Category 3 | 109 mph | 250 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 2 | 92 mph | 192 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 2 | 75 mph | 210 km |
| 2008 | Kalmaegi | Category 2 | 69 mph | 271 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Dapingcun has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 48°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (1.5").