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Weather & Climate in Qiangqinxue, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Qiangqinxue has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July. The area gets 353 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 33.6 inches. The area receives 101.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 17,654 feet.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
54°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 39.2°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 353 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 17,654 ft (5,381 m) |
| Area | 120.8 sq mi (312.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.2667°N, 89.9000°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
34 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.1.
| Jul 30, 1992 | 68 km SW of Dêqên, China | M6.1 | 44 km | 14 km |
| Oct 30, 1997 | 70 km N of Jiangzi, China | M5.3 | 37 km | 33 km |
| Feb 22, 1990 | 58 km NE of Jiangzi, China | M5.0 | 20 km | 26 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 47 km SW of Dêqên, China | M4.9 | 63 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 1998 | 131 km NNE of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Jun 6, 1998 | 128 km NNE of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 139 km | 33 km |
| Jul 24, 1992 | 71 km NE of Jiangzi, China | M4.8 | 29 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1999 | 74 km WSW of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 41 km | 33 km |
| Apr 21, 2021 | 92 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 83 km | 10 km |
| May 8, 2005 | 46 km WNW of Dêqên, China | M4.6 | 99 km | 98 km |
| Jul 30, 1992 | 34 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.5 | 93 km | 33 km |
| May 6, 1990 | 63 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.5 | 70 km | 33 km |
| Jun 14, 2008 | 79 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.5 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Feb 18, 1990 | 45 km ENE of Jiangzi, China | M4.5 | 25 km | 10 km |
| May 25, 2008 | 34 km SSE of Rikaze, China | M4.4 | 94 km | 10 km |
| Mar 13, 1999 | 48 km NW of Dêqên, China | M4.4 | 121 km | 33 km |
| Jul 30, 1992 | 45 km WSW of Dêqên, China | M4.4 | 68 km | 33 km |
| Jun 5, 2004 | 99 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.3 | 69 km | 9 km |
| Feb 23, 1990 | 66 km NE of Jiangzi, China | M4.3 | 22 km | 10 km |
| Mar 7, 1992 | 51 km ENE of Rikaze, China | M4.3 | 55 km | 113 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | |
| May | 47°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 52°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 41°F (5°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.0 in |
Qiangqinxue has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 20°F in January to 54°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 13.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (0.0").