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Weather & Climate in Dazhasi, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dazhasi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 309 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 32.7 inches. The area receives 70.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,306 feet.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-6°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 36.8°F |
| 32% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 309 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,306 ft (3,446 m) |
| Area | 293.5 sq mi (760.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.5780°N, 102.9641°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
41 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.5.
| Aug 8, 2017 | 168 km SW of Mawu, China | M6.5 | 93 km | 9 km |
| Sep 7, 2004 | 107 km WNW of Mawu, China | M5.2 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2017 | 166 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.8 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Nov 6, 2017 | 176 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.8 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2017 | 165 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.8 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Mar 26, 2006 | 79 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.7 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 2025 | 60 km ESE of Cairima, China | M4.7 | 55 km | 24 km |
| Jul 12, 2020 | 204 km WSW of Mawu, China | M4.7 | 6 km | 10 km |
| May 8, 1995 | 172 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.7 | 65 km | 33 km |
| Aug 8, 2017 | 168 km NNW of Jiangyou, China | M4.7 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Feb 23, 2011 | 97 km W of Mawu, China | M4.6 | 124 km | 12 km |
| Aug 9, 2017 | 153 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.6 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Nov 23, 2001 | 151 km WSW of Mawu, China | M4.6 | 72 km | 33 km |
| Oct 6, 2017 | 175 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.4 | 86 km | 15 km |
| Aug 9, 2017 | 155 km SW of Mawu, China | M4.4 | 65 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2017 | 169 km SSW of Mawu, China | M4.4 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Aug 19, 2017 | 165 km NNW of Jiangyou, China | M4.4 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Sep 24, 2001 | 153 km SSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.4 | 94 km | 33 km |
| Sep 20, 2001 | 166 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.4 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Jul 22, 2013 | 70 km W of Mawu, China | M4.4 | 150 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-6°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 38°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest |
Dazhasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 20°F in December to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.1").