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Weather & Climate in Shanglaxiu, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shanglaxiu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 34°F (1°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July. The area gets 324 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 32.1 inches. The area receives 72.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,878 feet.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
51°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 33.6°F |
| 38% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 324 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,878 ft (4,230 m) |
| Area | 509.8 sq mi (1,320.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8540°N, 96.5843°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
83 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.9.
| Apr 13, 2010 | 233 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.9 | 35 km | 17 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 239 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.1 | 40 km | 8 km |
| May 29, 2010 | 248 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.8 | 59 km | 7 km |
| Jul 25, 2001 | 270 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 98 km | 33 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 263 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 67 km | 24 km |
| Jul 19, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 38 km | 16 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 201 km N of Qamdo, China | M5.4 | 27 km | 23 km |
| Jun 26, 2011 | 186 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.3 | 75 km | 29 km |
| Apr 15, 2000 | 258 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 104 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 229 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 31 km | 10 km |
| Jul 17, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 38 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 261 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 68 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 2010 | 251 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 54 km | 2 km |
| Apr 27, 1993 | 231 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 52 km | 33 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 221 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 24 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2010 | 219 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 24 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 2010 | 258 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 62 km | 49 km |
| Apr 28, 2010 | 237 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 39 km | 29 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 198 km N of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 22 km | 10 km |
| Apr 13, 2010 | 229 km N of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 36 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 33°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
Shanglaxiu has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 13°F in December to 51°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").