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Weather & Climate in Gaocheng, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gaocheng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 342 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 42.2 inches. The area receives 91.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,910 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
56°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 42.4°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 342 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,910 ft (3,935 m) |
| Area | 278.4 sq mi (721.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9881°N, 100.2694°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
59 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Feb 23, 2001 | 96 km SW of Kangding, China | M5.6 | 98 km | 33 km |
| Jan 18, 2013 | 225 km E of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 138 km | 8 km |
| Dec 21, 1996 | 236 km WNW of Kangding, China | M5.4 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Aug 8, 2002 | 219 km WNW of Kangding, China | M5.3 | 108 km | 33 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 223 km W of Kangding, China | M5.3 | 63 km | 21 km |
| Apr 8, 1990 | 233 km ESE of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 219 km W of Kangding, China | M5.2 | 60 km | 22 km |
| Apr 27, 2010 | 70 km NW of Kangding, China | M5.1 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 20 km WNW of Kangding, China | M5.1 | 145 km | 24 km |
| Feb 14, 2001 | 95 km WSW of Kangding, China | M5.0 | 96 km | 33 km |
| Dec 28, 1990 | 228 km SE of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 119 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 2012 | 169 km NNE of Shangri-La, China | M4.9 | 77 km | 14 km |
| Sep 16, 2003 | 108 km WSW of Kangding, China | M4.9 | 91 km | 53 km |
| Sep 26, 2016 | 227 km W of Kangding, China | M4.9 | 67 km | 23 km |
| Aug 19, 1990 | 233 km NNW of Shangri-La, China | M4.8 | 107 km | 30 km |
| Jan 7, 1992 | 233 km W of Kangding, China | M4.8 | 72 km | 36 km |
| Jun 24, 2011 | 113 km SW of Kangding, China | M4.7 | 108 km | 39 km |
| Sep 22, 2000 | 192 km NW of Kangding, China | M4.7 | 148 km | 33 km |
| May 17, 2013 | 158 km NNE of Shangri-La, China | M4.7 | 88 km | 24 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 214 km W of Kangding, China | M4.7 | 53 km | 23 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 6.1 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.2 in |
Gaocheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 24°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (0.2").