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Weather & Climate in Lingtou, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lingtou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,424 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 67.9°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,424 ft (434 m) |
| Area | 4,730.0 sq mi (12,250.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.1889°N, 119.2725°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 6, 2008 | 6 km ENE of Meipu, China | M4.5 | 32 km | 35 km |
| Feb 18, 1992 | 70 km SE of Jiangkou, China | M4.5 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 64 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 87 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 87 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 86 km | 14 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 51 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1997 | 36 km ENE of Jingfeng, China | M3.3 | 116 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
56 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2025 | Danas | Category 1 | — | 293 km |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 4 | 86 mph | 141 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 2 | 63 mph | 202 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 124 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 272 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 239 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 29 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 1 | 92 mph | 217 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 3 | 92 mph | 219 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 81 mph | 200 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 4 | 115 mph | 132 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 3 | 92 mph | 155 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 69 mph | 125 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 75 mph | 194 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 86 mph | 80 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 64 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 215 km |
| 2008 | Jangmi | Category 3 | 109 mph | 222 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 2 | 104 mph | 166 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 2 | 81 mph | 185 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | SOUTH CHINA SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 134 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 53°F (12°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 6.6 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 8.7 in | |
| June | 74°F (24°C) | 10.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Lingtou has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 48°F in February to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.9") and December the driest (1.5").