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Weather & Climate in Jiqu, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Jiqu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 341 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 34.6 inches. The area receives 74.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,997 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 33.2°F |
| 39% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 341 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,997 ft (4,571 m) |
| Area | 42,070.5 sq mi (108,962.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9500°N, 96.1167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
105 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.9.
| Apr 13, 2010 | 233 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.9 | 141 km | 17 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 239 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.1 | 142 km | 8 km |
| May 29, 2010 | 248 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.8 | 135 km | 7 km |
| Jul 25, 2001 | 270 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Jul 19, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 114 km | 16 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 201 km N of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 129 km | 23 km |
| Jun 26, 2011 | 186 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.3 | 58 km | 29 km |
| Jul 17, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 115 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2000 | 258 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 127 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 229 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 223 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Jan 26, 2000 | 161 km W of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 123 km | 33 km |
| May 11, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 103 km | 8 km |
| Sep 7, 2010 | 251 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 149 km | 2 km |
| Feb 23, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Oct 12, 2017 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 2023 | 111 km WSW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 221 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Apr 27, 1993 | 231 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 115 km | 33 km |
| Jun 6, 2010 | 258 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 150 km | 49 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 26°F (-4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 33°F (0°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 49°F (9°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 23°F (-5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 15°F (-9°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Jiqu has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 15°F in December to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and December the driest (0.1").