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Weather & Climate in Kesheng, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Kesheng has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 304 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 32.9 inches. The area receives 51.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,220 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
48°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 32.2°F |
| 40% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,220 ft (3,420 m) |
| Area | 5,688.2 sq mi (14,732.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.2089°N, 101.5529°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
22 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Sep 27, 1999 | 194 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M5.0 | 47 km | 33 km |
| Mar 14, 2019 | 139 km WSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.9 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Jul 12, 2020 | 204 km WSW of Mawu, China | M4.7 | 143 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2021 | 261 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.7 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1992 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.6 | 114 km | 33 km |
| Sep 20, 1994 | Western Sichuan, China | M4.6 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Jun 18, 2007 | 273 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.5 | 62 km | 35 km |
| Mar 4, 2004 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.5 | 57 km | 21 km |
| Jul 3, 2008 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.4 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Sep 24, 2001 | 153 km SSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.4 | 89 km | 33 km |
| Sep 20, 2001 | 166 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.4 | 53 km | 10 km |
| Mar 25, 2004 | 266 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.4 | 60 km | 33 km |
| Sep 6, 1999 | 205 km WSW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.2 | 57 km | 33 km |
| Jun 24, 2021 | 186 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.2 | 30 km | 18 km |
| Mar 3, 2011 | 264 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.2 | 50 km | 10 km |
| Jun 10, 2011 | 259 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.2 | 68 km | 10 km |
| May 12, 2008 | 243 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.1 | 44 km | 10 km |
| Jan 5, 2009 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.1 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Aug 12, 1998 | 218 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.0 | 34 km | 33 km |
| Jan 3, 1993 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.0 | 89 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 1.4 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Kesheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 14°F in December to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and December the driest (0.1").