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Weather & Climate in Datong, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Datong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°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 2,533 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.1°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,533 ft (772 m) |
| Area | 69.5 sq mi (180.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 734/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.5965°N, 106.6675°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
43 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Mar 24, 2025 | 12 km SW of Xuyong, China | M5.0 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Apr 30, 2002 | 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Jun 23, 2001 | 29 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 137 km | 42 km |
| Aug 13, 1997 | 29 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 139 km | 37 km |
| Aug 17, 1999 | 28 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Feb 7, 1996 | 36 km SW of Zunyi, China | M4.7 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Sep 10, 2010 | 41 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.7 | 142 km | 45 km |
| Jun 26, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Taiping, China | M4.6 | 73 km | 15 km |
| Jul 23, 2021 | 4 km ESE of Qingjiang, China | M4.6 | 135 km | 35 km |
| Aug 25, 2022 | 48 km WSW of Yongchuan, China | M4.6 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Nov 19, 2009 | 45 km NW of Changsha, China | M4.6 | 108 km | 47 km |
| Aug 20, 1993 | 30 km NW of Yongchuan, China | M4.5 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 1997 | 31 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.5 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 1994 | 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.4 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Aug 30, 2021 | 46 km WSW of Changsha, China | M4.4 | 109 km | 10 km |
| May 6, 2023 | 6 km ENE of Fuji, China | M4.4 | 137 km | 36 km |
| Feb 22, 2010 | 26 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.4 | 131 km | 44 km |
| Aug 24, 2021 | 49 km WSW of Yongchuan, China | M4.4 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Jul 7, 2024 | 3 km WSW of Yongrong, China | M4.3 | 130 km | 10 km |
| May 21, 2021 | 67 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M4.3 | 139 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in |
Datong has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (0.7").