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Weather & Climate in Nanjing, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Nanjing enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 2,543.3 sq mi (6,587.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,663/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0617°N, 118.7778°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
5 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.9.
| Sep 18, 2024 | 29 km E of Hefei, China | M4.9 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 2012 | 22 km W of Xinghua, China | M4.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2006 | 55 km ESE of Datong, China | M4.4 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Sep 13, 2024 | 35 km NW of Chaohu, China | M4.2 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jul 8, 2024 | 19 km WNW of Taizhou, China | M4.1 | 105 km | 9 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
5 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 1.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Bebinca | Category 1 | 75 mph | 240 km |
| 2022 | Muifa | Category 1 | 75 mph | 293 km |
| 2005 | Khanun | Category 1 | 75 mph | 226 km |
| 1990 | Abe | Category 1 | 58 mph | 224 km |
| 1985 | Mamie | Category 1 | 69 mph | 216 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | JIANGSU PROVINCE | Earthquake | - | - | 61 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
Nanjing has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 37°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.1") and December the driest (1.1").