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Weather & Climate in Dinghaicun, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dinghaicun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 233 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 43.7 sq mi (113.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 174/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2802°N, 119.7896°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.
| Feb 18, 1992 | 70 km SE of Jiangkou, China | M4.5 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 6 km ENE of Meipu, China | M4.5 | 83 km | 35 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 132 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 131 km | 14 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 132 km | 15 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 114 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 92 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1997 | 36 km ENE of Jingfeng, China | M3.3 | 136 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
65 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2025 | Danas | Category 1 | — | 285 km |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 4 | 104 mph | 133 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 2 | 63 mph | 199 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 172 km |
| 2021 | Chanthu | Category 3 | 115 mph | 266 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 190 km |
| 2019 | Lekima | Category 3 | 104 mph | 258 km |
| 2019 | Mitag | Category 2 | 86 mph | 256 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 34 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 2 | 92 mph | 190 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 3 | 98 mph | 221 km |
| 2016 | Malakas | Category 3 | 104 mph | 292 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 81 mph | 244 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 4 | 115 mph | 158 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 3 | 104 mph | 169 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 133 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 75 mph | 145 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 67 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 92 mph | 47 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 242 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | SOUTH CHINA SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 145 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.2 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.7 in |
Dinghaicun has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.8") and November the driest (1.5").