Weather & Climate in Haitou, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Haitou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 58.2°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 312.7 sq mi (809.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9336°N, 119.1697°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Sep 20, 1995 | 9 km NNE of Bianzhuang, China | M5.1 | 98 km | 18 km |
| May 27, 2004 | 119 km ESE of Rizhao, China | M4.6 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2000 | 77 km E of Xinpu, China | M4.1 | 80 km | 33 km |
| Mar 19, 2024 | 82 km NE of Dongkan, China | M4.0 | 128 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
3 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2012 | Damrey | Category 1 | 81 mph | 127 km |
| 1994 | Ellie | Category 1 | 58 mph | 271 km |
| 1985 | Mamie | Category 1 | 63 mph | 262 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1668 | TANCHENG, SHANDONG PROVINCE | Earthquake | - | 42,578 | 66 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.