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Weather & Climate in Ritu, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ritu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 28°F (-3°C). Winters average 3°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 363 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 11.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 45.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 14,019 feet.
Temperature
3°F Jan (-16°C)
49°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 27.5°F |
| 49% below US avg | |
| January Average | 3°F (-16°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 363 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 14,019 ft (4,273 m) |
| Area | 417.2 sq mi (1,080.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3842°N, 79.7298°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
78 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.2.
| Sep 3, 1992 | 239 km ENE of Leh, India | M5.2 | 146 km | 33 km |
| Feb 6, 2013 | 261 km E of Leh, India | M4.9 | 115 km | 17 km |
| Nov 10, 2002 | 299 km E of Leh, India | M4.8 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Sep 7, 1992 | 249 km ENE of Leh, India | M4.8 | 148 km | 15 km |
| Nov 6, 2001 | 194 km E of Leh, India | M4.8 | 76 km | 33 km |
| Jul 5, 2000 | 201 km E of Leh, India | M4.7 | 66 km | 33 km |
| Jan 12, 1993 | 274 km E of Leh, India | M4.7 | 139 km | 33 km |
| Jul 7, 2000 | 202 km E of Leh, India | M4.7 | 80 km | 33 km |
| Sep 19, 2022 | 244 km ENE of Leh, India | M4.7 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2023 | 137 km NE of Sarāhan, India | M4.7 | 141 km | 14 km |
| Jun 21, 2002 | 293 km E of Leh, India | M4.7 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Mar 4, 1990 | 214 km ENE of Leh, India | M4.7 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Mar 4, 2021 | 256 km E of Leh, India | M4.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jul 5, 2000 | 208 km E of Leh, India | M4.6 | 88 km | 33 km |
| Aug 23, 1992 | 224 km E of Leh, India | M4.6 | 129 km | 33 km |
| Apr 15, 2021 | 140 km NE of Sar?han, India | M4.6 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Jan 17, 2006 | 144 km ENE of Man?li, India | M4.6 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Nov 6, 1992 | 219 km ENE of Leh, India | M4.6 | 135 km | 12 km |
| Mar 23, 1991 | 198 km E of Leh, India | M4.5 | 105 km | 33 km |
| Jul 5, 2000 | 196 km E of Leh, India | M4.5 | 92 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°F (-16°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 10°F (-12°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| May | 36°F (2°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 0.3 in | |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 1.2 in | Wettest |
| August | 51°F (11°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 44°F (6°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 29°F (-1°C) | 0.1 in | |
| November | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 11°F (-12°C) | 0.0 in |
Ritu has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 3°F in January to 51°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 3.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.2") and April the driest (0.0").