Weather & Climate in Pengjia Zhaizi, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pengjia Zhaizi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. The area receives 1.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 7,539 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,539 ft (2,298 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.6083°N, 103.5271°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
206 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.2.
| Aug 3, 2014 | 33 km WSW of Zhaotong, China | M6.2 | 48 km | 12 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 38 km NE of Zhaotong, China | M5.5 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Aug 10, 2004 | 16 km ESE of Zhaotong, China | M5.4 | 51 km | 6 km |
| Apr 4, 2014 | 95 km N of Zhaotong, China | M5.4 | 64 km | 25 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 40 km NE of Zhaotong, China | M5.3 | 48 km | 10 km |
| Jan 27, 2017 | 32 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 143 km | 32 km |
| Aug 5, 2005 | 106 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M5.2 | 125 km | 42 km |
| May 18, 2020 | 42 km W of Zhaotong, China | M5.1 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Apr 6, 2024 | 30 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M5.0 | 52 km | 10 km |
| Aug 16, 2014 | 91 km N of Zhaotong, China | M5.0 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Oct 13, 1993 | 102 km SW of Luocheng, China | M5.0 | 114 km | 33 km |
| Jul 22, 2006 | 76 km SW of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 74 km | 56 km |
| Apr 26, 1995 | 59 km SSW of Luocheng, China | M4.9 | 145 km | 33 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 18 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Aug 29, 2010 | 71 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 69 km | 35 km |
| May 15, 2019 | 91 km N of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 59 km | 10 km |
| Jan 23, 2021 | 57 km WSW of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 95 km | 10 km |
| Feb 19, 2013 | 64 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 62 km | 10 km |
| Dec 12, 2012 | 88 km WSW of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 87 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2017 | 28 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 35 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1935 | SICHUAN PROVINCE | Earthquake | - | 100 | 122 km |
| 1918 | YUNNAN PROVINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 94 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.8 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
Pengjia Zhaizi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in December to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.4").