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Weather & Climate in Jimai, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jimai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 30°F (-1°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 325 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 30.2 inches. The area receives 82.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,061 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
47°F Jul (8°C)
| Annual Average | 29.7°F |
| 45% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 325 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,061 ft (3,981 m) |
| Area | 8,750.6 sq mi (22,663.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7516°N, 99.6482°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
64 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.5.
| May 21, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.5 | 145 km | 10 km |
| May 21, 2021 | 189 km W of Oula Xiuma, China | M5.5 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 274 km NE of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 98 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.1 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Jun 27, 2025 | 200 km W of Oula Xiuma, China | M5.1 | 100 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.1 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Oct 23, 2009 | 282 km SW of Xining, China | M5.1 | 129 km | 39 km |
| May 21, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Mar 10, 1991 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 32 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Nov 25, 1999 | 285 km SW of Xining, China | M4.9 | 97 km | 44 km |
| May 21, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2000 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 133 km | 33 km |
| Aug 11, 2014 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.8 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Feb 4, 2015 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 128 km | 15 km |
| May 24, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Sep 27, 1991 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 122 km | 33 km |
| Jun 9, 2015 | 271 km NE of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 100 km | 15 km |
| Oct 3, 1996 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 115 km | 33 km |
| May 21, 2021 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 93 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 31°F (-0°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 44°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 41°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 32°F (0°C) | 1.7 in | |
| November | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 12°F (-11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Jimai has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 12°F in December to 47°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and December the driest (0.1").