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Weather & Climate in Sanming, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Sanming enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 413 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.1°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 413 ft (126 m) |
| Area | 8,866.7 sq mi (22,964.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2486°N, 117.6186°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 6, 2008 | 6 km ENE of Meipu, China | M4.5 | 134 km | 35 km |
| Nov 26, 1992 | 110 km SW of Sanming, China | M4.1 | 111 km | 33 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 102 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 132 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 135 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 135 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 52 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 131 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
36 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 1 | 69 mph | 271 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 108 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 228 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 62 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 81 mph | 117 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 2 | 75 mph | 131 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 2 | 81 mph | 241 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 236 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 207 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 63 mph | 241 km |
| 2010 | Fanapi | Category 1 | 58 mph | 295 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 247 km |
| 2007 | Wipha | Category 2 | 69 mph | 269 km |
| 2007 | Sepat | Category 2 | 69 mph | 213 km |
| 2006 | Saomai | Category 4 | 104 mph | 179 km |
| 2005 | Longwang | Category 2 | 75 mph | 203 km |
| 2005 | Haitang | Category 1 | 69 mph | 279 km |
| 2005 | Talim | Category 1 | 86 mph | 288 km |
| 2004 | Aere | Category 2 | 81 mph | 194 km |
| 2002 | Sinlaku | Category 1 | 69 mph | 296 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 8.4 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 10.3 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 10.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Sanming has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 49°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 62.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (1.5").