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Weather & Climate in Gyigang, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gyigang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 290 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 57.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 170.0 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,774 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 57.8°F |
| 7% above US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,774 ft (3,284 m) |
| Area | 159.5 sq mi (413.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.6667°N, 97.5167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
35 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| May 3, 1993 | 173 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 133 km | 10 km |
| May 24, 1993 | 95 km NNW of Hayuliang, India | M5.0 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Nov 20, 1996 | 100 km NNW of Hayuliang, India | M5.0 | 147 km | 33 km |
| Feb 12, 1991 | 163 km S of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 126 km | 17 km |
| May 31, 1999 | 170 km NW of Shangri-La, China | M4.8 | 114 km | 52 km |
| Jun 8, 1991 | 135 km N of Hayuliang, India | M4.8 | 115 km | 33 km |
| Sep 1, 1993 | 83 km SE of Hayuliang, India | M4.7 | 130 km | 59 km |
| Feb 13, 1991 | 158 km S of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 133 km | 33 km |
| Mar 15, 2016 | 161 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 142 km | 24 km |
| Nov 3, 1990 | 60 km SSE of Hayuliang, India | M4.7 | 144 km | 42 km |
| Jun 30, 2012 | 64 km NNW of Hayuliang, India | M4.7 | 110 km | 43 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 140 km N of Hayuliang, India | M4.7 | 137 km | 35 km |
| May 4, 1998 | 142 km N of Hayuliang, India | M4.6 | 105 km | 33 km |
| Sep 24, 1995 | 142 km NE of Hayuliang, India | M4.6 | 34 km | 33 km |
| Jul 2, 2005 | 91 km NNW of Hayuliang, India | M4.6 | 140 km | 46 km |
| Jul 1, 2025 | 86 km ENE of Hayuliang, India | M4.5 | 35 km | 10 km |
| Oct 10, 1999 | 103 km SE of Hayuliang, India | M4.5 | 126 km | 72 km |
| Feb 6, 2014 | 80 km SSE of Hayuliang, India | M4.5 | 143 km | 48 km |
| Jun 20, 2004 | 31 km SSE of Hayuliang, India | M4.4 | 126 km | 29 km |
| Oct 5, 2011 | Eastern Xizang | M4.4 | 128 km | 43 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 17.0 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 21.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 69°F (20°C) | 19.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 13.5 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
Gyigang has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 17°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 94.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.1") and December the driest (0.6").