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Weather & Climate in Shanzhou, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shanzhou enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 268 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 39.7 inches. The area receives 19.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 1,171 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
80°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,171 ft (357 m) |
| Area | 3,836.2 sq mi (9,935.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7216°N, 111.1014°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
17 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.0.
| Jan 24, 2010 | 28 km ENE of Hancheng, China | M5.0 | 94 km | 29 km |
| Mar 12, 2016 | 20 km ESE of Yuncheng, China | M4.8 | 28 km | 10 km |
| Jul 25, 2025 | 33 km SW of Linfen, China | M4.6 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Sep 1, 1992 | 23 km WNW of Yuncheng, China | M4.5 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Jul 11, 1998 | 36 km NE of Huayin, China | M4.4 | 66 km | 33 km |
| Sep 12, 2022 | 17 km NE of Yima, China | M4.3 | 86 km | 10 km |
| Apr 17, 1991 | 18 km N of Yuncheng, China | M4.0 | 53 km | 10 km |
| Jul 3, 1993 | 46 km SSW of Linfen, China | M4.0 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Jan 15, 2011 | 47 km N of Yuncheng, China | M4.0 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Jan 1, 1993 | 19 km N of Yuncheng, China | M3.9 | 53 km | 10 km |
| Mar 26, 2016 | 15 km SSE of Yuncheng, China | M3.9 | 20 km | 15 km |
| Apr 22, 1991 | 7 km SW of Hancheng, China | M3.8 | 102 km | 33 km |
| May 1, 1991 | 10 km NW of Yuncheng, China | M3.8 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Dec 27, 1992 | 30 km NW of Yuncheng, China | M3.6 | 64 km | 33 km |
| Feb 19, 1993 | 21 km SW of Yuncheng, China | M3.5 | 28 km | 10 km |
| Feb 20, 1990 | 49 km WSW of Yuncheng, China | M3.3 | 60 km | 33 km |
| Nov 5, 1992 | 40 km SW of Luoyang, China | M3.3 | 103 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 1.6 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 80°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 78°F (25°C) | 3.6 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | |
| December | 34°F (1°C) | 0.2 in |
Shanzhou has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 32°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.7") and January the driest (0.2").