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Weather & Climate in Sangpi, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sangpi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 57°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 36.2 inches. The area receives 79.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 9,475 feet.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-8°C)
57°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 340 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 9,475 ft (2,888 m) |
| Area | 278.4 sq mi (721.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.9339°N, 99.7999°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
95 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.6.
| Feb 23, 2001 | 96 km SW of Kangding, China | M5.6 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 58 km NW of Shangri-La, China | M5.6 | 89 km | 8 km |
| Jul 17, 1993 | 21 km NNW of Shangri-La, China | M5.4 | 104 km | 31 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 223 km W of Kangding, China | M5.3 | 139 km | 21 km |
| Aug 27, 2013 | 59 km NW of Shangri-La, China | M5.2 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Apr 8, 1990 | 233 km ESE of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Sep 22, 2016 | 219 km W of Kangding, China | M5.2 | 139 km | 22 km |
| May 27, 2024 | 44 km N of Yongning, China | M5.1 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Dec 28, 1990 | 228 km SE of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 125 km | 33 km |
| Sep 25, 1996 | 124 km NNW of Shangri-La, China | M5.0 | 60 km | 33 km |
| Feb 14, 2001 | 95 km WSW of Kangding, China | M5.0 | 145 km | 33 km |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 56 km NW of Shangri-La, China | M5.0 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Apr 9, 2024 | 48 km WNW of Yongning, China | M5.0 | 107 km | 31 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 53 km NNW of Shangri-La, China | M4.9 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 52 km NNW of Shangri-La, China | M4.9 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Apr 14, 2012 | 169 km NNE of Shangri-La, China | M4.9 | 51 km | 14 km |
| Sep 16, 2003 | 108 km WSW of Kangding, China | M4.9 | 132 km | 53 km |
| Sep 26, 2016 | 227 km W of Kangding, China | M4.9 | 139 km | 23 km |
| Aug 19, 1990 | 233 km NNW of Shangri-La, China | M4.8 | 122 km | 30 km |
| May 31, 1999 | 170 km NW of Shangri-La, China | M4.8 | 116 km | 52 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°F (-8°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 38°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 31°F (-0°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Sangpi has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 19°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.5") and December the driest (0.3").