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Weather & Climate in Puqu, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Puqu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 319 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 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 97.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,633 feet.
Temperature
13°F Jan (-11°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 39.8°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 319 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,633 ft (2,936 m) |
| Area | 552.9 sq mi (1,432.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.4697°N, 94.4173°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
172 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Apr 23, 2019 | 22 km SE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.9 | 119 km | 14 km |
| Jun 1, 2005 | 46 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.8 | 69 km | 26 km |
| Feb 6, 1992 | 163 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.6 | 108 km | 15 km |
| Aug 18, 2003 | 166 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.5 | 116 km | 33 km |
| Apr 16, 2013 | Arunachal Pradesh, India | M5.2 | 96 km | 40 km |
| Feb 9, 1992 | 173 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Sep 4, 1993 | 205 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Jan 17, 2022 | 86 km NNW of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 33 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2015 | 212 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 112 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 1991 | 208 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 109 km | 33 km |
| Aug 9, 2010 | 202 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 101 km | 45 km |
| Aug 19, 2023 | 205 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2019 | 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jul 19, 2020 | 213 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Aug 12, 2017 | 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 106 km | 28 km |
| Jul 27, 2023 | 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Sep 27, 2004 | 176 km NE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 111 km | 14 km |
| Aug 5, 2012 | 207 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 107 km | 24 km |
| Aug 9, 2012 | 203 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M4.9 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jul 19, 2020 | 213 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M4.9 | 112 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 1.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.1 in |
Puqu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 13°F in January to 55°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.2") and January the driest (0.1").