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Weather & Climate in Qümong, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Qümong has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 334 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 35.2 inches. The area receives 101.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,724 feet.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 32.2°F |
| 40% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,724 ft (4,183 m) |
| Area | 509.8 sq mi (1,320.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9777°N, 98.0980°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
36 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.9.
| Apr 13, 2010 | 233 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.9 | 146 km | 17 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 201 km N of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 116 km | 23 km |
| Apr 1, 2020 | 274 km NE of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 229 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 221 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Feb 5, 1990 | 151 km NE of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 219 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jun 1, 2000 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.9 | 116 km | 33 km |
| Apr 13, 2010 | 229 km N of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 198 km N of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Apr 28, 2007 | 229 km NNE of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 16 km | 21 km |
| Jun 12, 2024 | 285 km N of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2015 | 271 km NE of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 80 km | 15 km |
| Jan 23, 2020 | 271 km NE of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 78 km | 10 km |
| Nov 29, 1992 | 233 km NNE of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 12 km | 33 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 210 km N of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Apr 28, 1990 | 227 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 202 km N of Qamdo, China | M4.5 | 93 km | 10 km |
| May 15, 2017 | 272 km NE of Qamdo, China | M4.5 | 87 km | 17 km |
| May 2, 2011 | Qinghai-Sichuan border region, China | M4.5 | 118 km | 24 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 33°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Qümong has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 9°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").