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Weather & Climate in Sanjian, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sanjian enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 876 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 57.4°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 876 ft (267 m) |
| Area | 276.2 sq mi (715.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.8052°N, 107.8637°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
10 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Aug 16, 2025 | 37 km WSW of Bishan, China | M4.5 | 120 km | 13 km |
| Jul 15, 1997 | 69 km WSW of Lichuan, China | M4.5 | 48 km | 33 km |
| Aug 11, 2016 | 68 km N of Fuling, China | M4.4 | 80 km | 15 km |
| Jul 18, 2013 | 66 km SSW of Wanxian, China | M4.4 | 57 km | 44 km |
| Dec 5, 1993 | 72 km ENE of Fuling, China | M4.3 | 29 km | 5 km |
| Dec 28, 2012 | 11 km SE of Puhechang, China | M4.2 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 2012 | 26 km SE of Fuling, China | M4.2 | 43 km | 7 km |
| May 30, 2012 | 72 km WSW of Lichuan, China | M4.1 | 44 km | 10 km |
| Feb 10, 2005 | 41 km WNW of Lichuan, China | M4.1 | 85 km | 24 km |
| Jan 29, 1993 | 65 km SSW of Wanxian, China | M3.6 | 57 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 7.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 1.1 in |
Sanjian has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 38°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.4") and January the driest (0.8").