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Weather & Climate in Shimen, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shimen enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 35.3 sq mi (91.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,009/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.1004°N, 106.0330°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
172 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Jun 17, 2019 | 22 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.8 | 132 km | 6 km |
| Apr 24, 2013 | 24 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 132 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2019 | 11 km SE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 1996 | 27 km S of Zigong, China | M5.1 | 126 km | 33 km |
| Jan 30, 2010 | eastern Sichuan, China | M5.1 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 15 km E of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2019 | 12 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2015 | 20 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.0 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 2019 | 14 km WSW of Neijiang, China | M5.0 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2025 | 12 km SW of Xuyong, China | M5.0 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 20 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 129 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2019 | 17 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 7 km SE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Nov 11, 2012 | 33 km SE of Neijiang, China | M4.9 | 80 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 23 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 18 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 2019 | 21 km NW of Zigong, China | M4.9 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Sep 8, 2019 | 22 km NW of Zigong, China | M4.9 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 30 km SSE of Bowangshan, China | M4.9 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Apr 23, 2020 | 17 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 0.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 7.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (24°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 65°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 0.9 in |
Shimen has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 46°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.8").