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Weather & Climate in Shaoguan, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shaoguan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 226 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 69.1°F |
| 28% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 226 ft (69 m) |
| Area | 7,109.1 sq mi (18,412.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.8000°N, 113.5833°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
7 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Feb 22, 2013 | 27 km NW of Heyuan, China | M4.5 | 136 km | 9 km |
| Jul 8, 2016 | 11 km E of Chenzhou, China | M4.4 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Feb 15, 2012 | 37 km NW of Heyuan, China | M4.4 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Aug 19, 1999 | 30 km NW of Heyuan, China | M4.4 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Sep 21, 1991 | 23 km WNW of Heyuan, China | M4.2 | 140 km | 33 km |
| Mar 7, 2023 | 24 km NW of Heyuan, China | M4.2 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2025 | 13 km N of Qingyuan, China | M4.0 | 122 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
14 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2017 | Hato | Category 2 | 86 mph | 297 km |
| 2016 | Nida | Category 1 | 58 mph | 253 km |
| 2013 | Usagi | Category 2 | 92 mph | 225 km |
| 2003 | Dujuan | Category 2 | 69 mph | 245 km |
| 2001 | Utor | Category 1 | 52 mph | 255 km |
| 1999 | Maggie | Category 1 | 52 mph | 260 km |
| 1999 | Sam | Category 1 | 63 mph | 248 km |
| 1999 | York | Category 1 | 63 mph | 278 km |
| 1997 | Victor | Category 1 | 69 mph | 283 km |
| 1995 | Kent | Category 3 | 81 mph | 167 km |
| 1995 | Helen | Category 1 | 52 mph | 280 km |
| 1993 | Abe | Category 2 | 69 mph | 219 km |
| 1991 | Amy | Category 2 | 69 mph | 267 km |
| 1985 | Hal | Category 1 | 69 mph | 277 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 54°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 8.6 in | |
| May | 76°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 10.5 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 84°F (29°C) | 6.6 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
Shaoguan has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 51°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (1.4").