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Weather & Climate in Gantang, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gantang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.1°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 217 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 937.9 sq mi (2,429.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.9200°N, 119.6333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 6, 2008 | 6 km ENE of Meipu, China | M4.5 | 102 km | 35 km |
| Feb 8, 2006 | 26 km WNW of Kunyang, China | M4.3 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 122 km | 35 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 86 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
57 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 2 | 69 mph | 206 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 1 | — | 272 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 1 | 58 mph | 207 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 169 km |
| 2019 | Lekima | Category 3 | 104 mph | 231 km |
| 2019 | Mitag | Category 2 | 86 mph | 260 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 74 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 1 | 92 mph | 258 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 2 | 81 mph | 279 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 1 | — | 293 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 2 | 63 mph | 218 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 1 | 75 mph | 237 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 202 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 75 mph | 136 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 136 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 92 mph | 119 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 3 | 104 mph | 170 km |
| 2008 | Jangmi | Category 2 | 86 mph | 247 km |
| 2008 | Kalmaegi | Category 2 | 63 mph | 271 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 1 | 63 mph | 251 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 6.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 9.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 11.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 7.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 7.6 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
Gantang has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 47°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (1.6").