Weather & Climate in Dongkan, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dongkan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.3°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.9997°N, 119.8308°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Jul 20, 2012 | 22 km W of Xinghua, China | M4.9 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Oct 19, 2016 | 18 km SSE of Hede, China | M4.7 | 64 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2004 | 119 km ESE of Rizhao, China | M4.6 | 125 km | 10 km |
| Nov 5, 1991 | 36 km N of Qinnan, China | M4.3 | 47 km | 33 km |
| Oct 22, 1992 | 8 km NNE of Hede, China | M4.3 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Mar 31, 1997 | 84 km ENE of Dazhong, China | M4.2 | 139 km | 33 km |
| Apr 9, 2000 | 77 km E of Xinpu, China | M4.1 | 78 km | 33 km |
| Mar 19, 2024 | 82 km NE of Dongkan, China | M4.0 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 1999 | 27 km ENE of Hede, China | M3.6 | 69 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
3 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2012 | Damrey | Category 1 | 81 mph | 69 km |
| 1994 | Ellie | Category 1 | 63 mph | 191 km |
| 1985 | Mamie | Category 1 | 69 mph | 143 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 1.2 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 65°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 1.1 in |
Dongkan has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 34°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.2") and November the driest (0.9").