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Weather & Climate in Hetang, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hetang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,529 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 62.5°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 218 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,529 ft (466 m) |
| Area | 1,401.8 sq mi (3,630.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.6628°N, 119.1106°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 | 50 km | 35 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 64 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 125 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 127 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 126 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 138 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 27 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
55 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 4 | 86 mph | 195 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 1 | 63 mph | 257 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 153 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 228 km |
| 2019 | Lekima | Category 3 | 104 mph | 290 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 29 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 1 | 92 mph | 266 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 3 | 92 mph | 274 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 2 | 81 mph | 222 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 4 | 115 mph | 167 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 3 | 92 mph | 209 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 181 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 75 mph | 191 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 86 mph | 123 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 118 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 265 km |
| 2008 | Jangmi | Category 3 | 109 mph | 265 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 2 | 104 mph | 198 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 2 | 75 mph | 240 km |
| 2008 | Kalmaegi | Category 2 | 69 mph | 287 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 3.6 in | |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 6.2 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Hetang has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 46°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.6") and December the driest (1.5").