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Weather & Climate in Gutian, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gutian enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 263 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 67.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,142 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,142 ft (348 m) |
| Area | 696.0 sq mi (1,802.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.5870°N, 118.7358°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 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 | 45 km | 35 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 37 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 111 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 113 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 112 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 101 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 19 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
48 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 3 | 69 mph | 208 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 1 | 63 mph | 265 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 129 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 285 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 265 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 42 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 1 | 81 mph | 287 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 3 | 92 mph | 280 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 81 mph | 192 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 3 | 86 mph | 147 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 3 | 92 mph | 210 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 187 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | — | 229 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 131 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 86 mph | 147 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 254 km |
| 2008 | Jangmi | Category 2 | 98 mph | 291 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 2 | 75 mph | 229 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 2 | 75 mph | 250 km |
| 2007 | Wipha | Category 4 | 98 mph | 165 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 7.7 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Gutian has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 48°F in February to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.6") and December the driest (1.5").