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Weather & Climate in Shanyang, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shanyang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,106 feet.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 208 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,106 ft (642 m) |
| Area | 1,401.8 sq mi (3,630.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.6702°N, 119.2051°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 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 | 55 km | 35 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 72 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 129 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 131 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 130 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 147 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 100 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 35 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
55 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 4 | 86 mph | 192 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 1 | 63 mph | 254 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 158 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 220 km |
| 2019 | Lekima | Category 3 | 104 mph | 282 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 32 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 1 | 92 mph | 260 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 3 | 92 mph | 273 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 2 | 81 mph | 229 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 4 | 115 mph | 172 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 3 | 92 mph | 209 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 179 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 75 mph | 182 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 86 mph | 117 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 115 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 267 km |
| 2008 | Jangmi | Category 3 | 109 mph | 258 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 2 | 104 mph | 189 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 2 | 75 mph | 237 km |
| 2008 | Kalmaegi | Category 2 | 69 mph | 280 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 7.5 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 12.1 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 74°F (24°C) | 8.3 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 7.3 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
Shanyang has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 43°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 70.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.1") and December the driest (1.6").