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Weather & Climate in Rulong, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Rulong has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 340 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 32.1 inches. The area receives 73.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 10,007 feet.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
58°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 340 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10,007 ft (3,050 m) |
| Area | 4,476.6 sq mi (11,594.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.9412°N, 100.3109°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
53 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| Dec 21, 1996 | 236 km WNW of Kangding, China | M5.4 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Apr 10, 2011 | 190 km NW of Kangding, China | M5.4 | 64 km | 43 km |
| Jan 18, 2013 | 225 km E of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 74 km | 8 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 223 km W of Kangding, China | M5.3 | 106 km | 21 km |
| Aug 8, 2002 | 219 km WNW of Kangding, China | M5.3 | 37 km | 33 km |
| Apr 8, 1990 | 233 km ESE of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 219 km W of Kangding, China | M5.2 | 103 km | 22 km |
| Apr 27, 2010 | 70 km NW of Kangding, China | M5.1 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Apr 26, 2025 | 171 km E of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Jun 4, 2006 | Eastern Xizang | M4.9 | 133 km | 41 km |
| Sep 26, 2016 | 227 km W of Kangding, China | M4.9 | 109 km | 23 km |
| Jan 7, 1992 | 233 km W of Kangding, China | M4.8 | 118 km | 36 km |
| Sep 22, 2000 | 192 km NW of Kangding, China | M4.7 | 48 km | 33 km |
| Mar 25, 1998 | 237 km NNW of Kangding, China | M4.7 | 101 km | 33 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 214 km W of Kangding, China | M4.7 | 108 km | 23 km |
| Jul 9, 2002 | 208 km ENE of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 129 km | 33 km |
| Jan 17, 2002 | 235 km N of Shangri-La, China | M4.6 | 146 km | 35 km |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 216 km W of Kangding, China | M4.6 | 119 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 1992 | 233 km WNW of Kangding, China | M4.6 | 64 km | 33 km |
| Mar 9, 2016 | 207 km WNW of Kangding, China | M4.6 | 72 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 6.5 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 35°F (2°C) | 0.7 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.3 in |
Rulong has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 24°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.2").