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Weather & Climate in Maikun, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Maikun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 311 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 40.9 inches. The area receives 64.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,971 feet.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 33.9°F |
| 37% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 311 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,971 ft (3,344 m) |
| Area | 5,688.2 sq mi (14,732.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9102°N, 101.7548°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
33 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Jun 9, 2022 | 249 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M5.9 | 61 km | 7 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 247 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M5.6 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 239 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.9 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 252 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.8 | 64 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 240 km N of Kangding, China | M4.8 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2005 | 261 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.8 | 61 km | 35 km |
| Jul 12, 2020 | 204 km WSW of Mawu, China | M4.7 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jan 19, 2025 | 60 km ESE of Cairima, China | M4.7 | 91 km | 24 km |
| Mar 25, 1998 | 252 km NNW of Kangding, China | M4.6 | 121 km | 33 km |
| Dec 31, 1992 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.6 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Jun 14, 2022 | 266 km N of Kangding, China | M4.6 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Sep 20, 1994 | Western Sichuan, China | M4.6 | 39 km | 33 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 101 km S of Cairima, China | M4.5 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2007 | 273 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.5 | 145 km | 35 km |
| Apr 1, 2019 | 238 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.5 | 76 km | 10 km |
| Jul 30, 1995 | 242 km NNW of Kangding, China | M4.4 | 90 km | 33 km |
| Mar 27, 2024 | 189 km NNW of Kangding, China | M4.4 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 2024 | 159 km SW of Qihama, China | M4.4 | 105 km | 12 km |
| Jul 3, 2008 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.4 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Jul 5, 2022 | 245 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.3 | 60 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Maikun has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 17°F in December to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and December the driest (0.1").