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Weather & Climate in Dawu, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dawu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 323 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 34.0 inches. The area receives 106.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,208 feet.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
48°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 30.2°F |
| 44% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,208 ft (3,721 m) |
| Area | 8,750.6 sq mi (22,663.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4662°N, 100.2299°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
77 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.1.
| Sep 12, 2000 | 257 km WSW of Xining, China | M6.1 | 131 km | 10 km |
| May 21, 2021 | 189 km W of Oula Xiuma, China | M5.5 | 105 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.1 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 2025 | 200 km W of Oula Xiuma, China | M5.1 | 118 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.1 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Sep 12, 2000 | 263 km WSW of Xining, China | M5.1 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Sep 20, 2000 | 240 km SW of Xining, China | M5.1 | 123 km | 33 km |
| Oct 23, 2009 | 282 km SW of Xining, China | M5.1 | 85 km | 39 km |
| Sep 27, 1999 | 194 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M5.0 | 112 km | 33 km |
| Sep 12, 2000 | 256 km SW of Xining, China | M5.0 | 126 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 123 km | 10 km |
| May 21, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Nov 25, 1999 | 285 km SW of Xining, China | M4.9 | 43 km | 44 km |
| May 21, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Mar 10, 1991 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2014 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.8 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Sep 27, 1991 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 126 km | 33 km |
| May 24, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 130 km | 10 km |
| May 21, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Sep 12, 2000 | 257 km SW of Xining, China | M4.7 | 126 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 42°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 32°F (0°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Dawu has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 12°F in December to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").