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Weather & Climate in Sanhe, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sanhe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 261 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 41.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 3,278 feet.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,278 ft (999 m) |
| Area | 1,790.5 sq mi (4,637.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.0691°N, 106.3480°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
104 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Jun 17, 2019 | 22 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.8 | 144 km | 6 km |
| Jan 27, 2017 | 32 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 150 km | 32 km |
| Apr 24, 2013 | 24 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2015 | 20 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.0 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2025 | 12 km SW of Xuyong, China | M5.0 | 99 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 2017 | 38 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jun 15, 2025 | 10 km WSW of Bowangshan, China | M4.9 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2019 | 17 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 23 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 35 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 145 km | 45 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 20 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 146 km | 10 km |
| May 3, 2023 | 22 km SSW of Gusong, China | M4.9 | 117 km | 50 km |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 30 km SSE of Bowangshan, China | M4.9 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2021 | 18 km SE of Bijie, China | M4.9 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Jul 3, 2019 | 21 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M4.8 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jan 31, 2008 | 29 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M4.8 | 137 km | 48 km |
| May 4, 2023 | Sichuan-Guizhou border region, China | M4.8 | 110 km | 29 km |
| Jan 3, 2019 | 35 km SE of Xunchang, China | M4.8 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 20 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M4.7 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Jan 7, 2020 | 34 km SE of Xunchang, China | M4.7 | 139 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| September | 71°F (22°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.8 in |
Sanhe has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.6").