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Weather & Climate in Racaka, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Racaka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 339 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 36.2 inches. The area receives 106.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 16,453 feet.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 34.3°F |
| 36% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 339 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16,453 ft (5,015 m) |
| Area | 42,070.5 sq mi (108,962.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4000°N, 96.5167°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
80 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.5.
| May 7, 2007 | 62 km ENE of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 121 km | 12 km |
| Jun 26, 2011 | 186 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.3 | 128 km | 29 km |
| Aug 9, 1997 | 95 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 131 km | 33 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 95 km S of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 132 km | 33 km |
| Jan 26, 2000 | 161 km W of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 108 km | 33 km |
| Mar 17, 2023 | 111 km WSW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 2006 | 212 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Mar 5, 2006 | 209 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Apr 23, 2016 | 219 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 149 km | 16 km |
| Aug 17, 1997 | 90 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 123 km | 65 km |
| Jun 24, 1997 | 101 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 128 km | 33 km |
| Nov 8, 1997 | 94 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 128 km | 33 km |
| Jan 18, 1997 | 102 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 128 km | 33 km |
| Jun 24, 1997 | 95 km S of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Sep 23, 2004 | 83 km W of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 37 km | 32 km |
| Aug 7, 1992 | 194 km NW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Mar 9, 2006 | 219 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 149 km | 62 km |
| Jan 22, 2000 | 164 km W of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 108 km | 33 km |
| Jun 5, 2000 | 62 km S of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 114 km | 33 km |
| May 18, 2017 | Eastern Xizang | M4.5 | 125 km | 29 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| May | 42°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 1.4 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.2 in |
Racaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 11°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (0.2").