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Weather & Climate in Puhechang, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Puhechang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 997 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Area | 287.0 sq mi (743.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.9525°N, 106.8311°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
34 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Aug 17, 1999 | 28 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 129 km | 33 km |
| Aug 13, 1997 | 29 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 130 km | 37 km |
| Jun 23, 2001 | 29 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 130 km | 42 km |
| Apr 30, 2002 | 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.8 | 128 km | 33 km |
| Sep 10, 2010 | 41 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.7 | 139 km | 45 km |
| Nov 19, 2009 | 45 km NW of Changsha, China | M4.6 | 116 km | 47 km |
| Aug 25, 2022 | 48 km WSW of Yongchuan, China | M4.6 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 2021 | 4 km ESE of Qingjiang, China | M4.6 | 133 km | 35 km |
| Jun 26, 2015 | 7 km NNE of Taiping, China | M4.6 | 112 km | 15 km |
| Feb 24, 1997 | 31 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.5 | 131 km | 33 km |
| Aug 20, 1993 | 30 km NW of Yongchuan, China | M4.5 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Aug 24, 2021 | 49 km WSW of Yongchuan, China | M4.4 | 142 km | 10 km |
| Feb 22, 2010 | 26 km W of Yongchuan, China | M4.4 | 125 km | 44 km |
| Aug 30, 2021 | 46 km WSW of Changsha, China | M4.4 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 1994 | 26 km WNW of Yongchuan, China | M4.4 | 127 km | 10 km |
| May 6, 2023 | 6 km ENE of Fuji, China | M4.4 | 139 km | 36 km |
| Sep 11, 2017 | 53 km WNW of Changsha, China | M4.3 | 127 km | 37 km |
| Aug 8, 2010 | 18 km W of Jijiang, China | M4.3 | 83 km | 15 km |
| Jul 7, 2024 | 3 km WSW of Yongrong, China | M4.3 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2020 | 55 km WSW of Yongchuan, China | M4.3 | 144 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (6°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 0.9 in |
Puhechang has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.7").