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Weather & Climate in Sailaitang, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sailaitang has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 31°F (-0°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 320 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 41.7 inches. The area receives 107.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 11,555 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
48°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 31.1°F |
| 42% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 320 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 11,555 ft (3,522 m) |
| Area | 5,688.2 sq mi (14,732.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9352°N, 100.7376°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
31 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Jun 9, 2022 | 249 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M5.9 | 123 km | 7 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 247 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M5.6 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 239 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.9 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2005 | 261 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.8 | 110 km | 35 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 252 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.8 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 240 km N of Kangding, China | M4.8 | 129 km | 10 km |
| May 22, 2021 | 261 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.7 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Mar 25, 1998 | 237 km NNW of Kangding, China | M4.7 | 126 km | 33 km |
| Mar 25, 1998 | 252 km NNW of Kangding, China | M4.6 | 95 km | 33 km |
| Sep 20, 1994 | Western Sichuan, China | M4.6 | 56 km | 33 km |
| Jun 14, 2022 | 266 km N of Kangding, China | M4.6 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1992 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.6 | 78 km | 33 km |
| Apr 1, 2019 | 238 km NW of Tianpeng, China | M4.5 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2007 | 273 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.5 | 121 km | 35 km |
| Mar 4, 2004 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.5 | 136 km | 21 km |
| Jun 9, 2022 | 101 km S of Cairima, China | M4.5 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Mar 25, 2004 | 266 km SW of Linxia Chengguanzhen, China | M4.4 | 133 km | 33 km |
| Jul 3, 2008 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.4 | 71 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 2024 | 159 km SW of Qihama, China | M4.4 | 86 km | 12 km |
| Apr 3, 2025 | 167 km SW of Muxihe, China | M4.4 | 83 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 32°F (0°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 47°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| September | 42°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Sailaitang has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 14°F in December to 48°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.3") and December the driest (0.1").