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Weather & Climate in Jangdam, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jangdam has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 356 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 38.1 inches. The area receives 185.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,497 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
55°F Jul (13°C)
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,497 ft (3,809 m) |
| Area | 84.8 sq mi (219.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.3380°N, 89.2462°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
170 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.1.
| Jul 30, 1992 | 68 km SW of Dêqên, China | M6.1 | 93 km | 14 km |
| Aug 25, 1998 | 118 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.9 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Jul 20, 1998 | 119 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.8 | 136 km | 33 km |
| Jul 3, 1996 | 120 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.7 | 136 km | 33 km |
| Jul 31, 1996 | 123 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.5 | 139 km | 33 km |
| Oct 30, 1997 | 70 km N of Jiangzi, China | M5.3 | 50 km | 33 km |
| Oct 5, 1998 | 119 km NNW of Rikaze, China | M5.2 | 133 km | 33 km |
| Sep 30, 1998 | 107 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.2 | 129 km | 33 km |
| Jul 31, 1996 | 119 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.1 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Jan 16, 2003 | 104 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.1 | 131 km | 12 km |
| Aug 31, 2002 | 119 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.0 | 145 km | 33 km |
| Jul 3, 1996 | 100 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.0 | 121 km | 33 km |
| Aug 28, 1998 | 126 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.0 | 142 km | 33 km |
| Feb 22, 1990 | 58 km NE of Jiangzi, China | M5.0 | 83 km | 26 km |
| Aug 30, 1998 | 117 km NW of Rikaze, China | M5.0 | 138 km | 33 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 47 km SW of Dêqên, China | M4.9 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jul 3, 2012 | 112 km NW of Rikaze, China | M4.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jul 22, 2012 | 112 km NW of Rikaze, China | M4.9 | 135 km | 29 km |
| Jul 4, 1996 | 114 km NW of Rikaze, China | M4.9 | 135 km | 33 km |
| Mar 12, 1996 | 110 km NW of Rikaze, China | M4.9 | 130 km | 12 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 40°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 42°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 31°F (-1°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.0 in |
Jangdam has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 13°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (0.0").