Weather & Climate in Huidong, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Huidong enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 1.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 5,499 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,499 ft (1,676 m) |
| Coordinates | 26.6375°N, 102.5757°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
178 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.2.
| Oct 23, 1995 | 79 km SE of Dadukou, China | M6.2 | 79 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2014 | 33 km WSW of Zhaotong, China | M6.2 | 103 km | 12 km |
| Jul 21, 2003 | 75 km SSW of Dadukou, China | M6.0 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 18, 1990 | 72 km NW of Dadukou, China | M5.7 | 146 km | 12 km |
| Aug 10, 2004 | 16 km ESE of Zhaotong, China | M5.4 | 146 km | 6 km |
| Feb 25, 2010 | 88 km NW of Lianran, China | M5.2 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Aug 5, 2005 | 106 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M5.2 | 46 km | 42 km |
| May 18, 2020 | 42 km W of Zhaotong, China | M5.1 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Apr 6, 2024 | 30 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M5.0 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2017 | 28 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Dec 12, 2012 | 88 km WSW of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Feb 19, 2013 | 64 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 82 km | 10 km |
| May 7, 2014 | 81 km NNW of Lianran, China | M4.9 | 131 km | 28 km |
| Jan 31, 1993 | 73 km SSW of Dadukou, China | M4.9 | 132 km | 33 km |
| Aug 21, 2000 | 93 km SSE of Dadukou, China | M4.9 | 98 km | 33 km |
| Aug 29, 2010 | 71 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 75 km | 35 km |
| Feb 12, 2011 | 68 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.8 | 82 km | 45 km |
| Aug 7, 1990 | 26 km SE of Xichang, China | M4.8 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Aug 5, 2005 | 89 km E of Dadukou, China | M4.8 | 20 km | 49 km |
| Jan 14, 2014 | 65 km NW of Dadukou, China | M4.8 | 142 km | 45 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1955 | JINSHA RIVER, YUNNAN PROVINCE | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 77 km |
| 1918 | YUNNAN PROVINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 51 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 51°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 6.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 0.3 in |
Huidong has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 46°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.3").