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Weather & Climate in Gaxung, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gaxung has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 35°F (1°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 341 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 33.5 inches. The area receives 92.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,822 feet.
Temperature
10°F Jan (-12°C)
51°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 34.6°F |
| 36% below US avg | |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,822 ft (4,213 m) |
| Area | 509.8 sq mi (1,320.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0667°N, 95.6569°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
117 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.9.
| Apr 13, 2010 | 233 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.9 | 148 km | 17 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 239 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.1 | 146 km | 8 km |
| Oct 17, 2016 | Xizang-Qinghai border region | M5.9 | 118 km | 35 km |
| May 29, 2010 | 248 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.8 | 128 km | 7 km |
| Jul 19, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 113 km | 16 km |
| Jul 25, 2001 | 270 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 122 km | 33 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 263 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 148 km | 24 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 201 km N of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 148 km | 23 km |
| Jun 26, 2011 | 186 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.3 | 50 km | 29 km |
| May 11, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 60 km | 8 km |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 223 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2000 | 258 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 101 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 229 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jan 26, 2000 | 161 km W of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 123 km | 33 km |
| Jul 17, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jan 30, 2013 | 294 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.2 | 132 km | 22 km |
| Sep 7, 2010 | 251 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 148 km | 2 km |
| Feb 23, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 261 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Oct 12, 2017 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 57 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°F (-12°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.2 in |
Gaxung has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 10°F in January to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (0.2").