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Weather & Climate in Shunchang, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Shunchang enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 78.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 459 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.6°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 251 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 459 ft (140 m) |
| Area | 10,146.6 sq mi (26,279.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.7965°N, 117.8053°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
5 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 | 131 km | 35 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 102 km | 35 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 12 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 114 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
35 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 1 | 69 mph | 289 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 152 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 289 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 30 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 2 | 81 mph | 179 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 2 | 75 mph | 177 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 1 | 81 mph | 273 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 260 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 217 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 63 mph | 240 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 295 km |
| 2007 | Wipha | Category 3 | 86 mph | 218 km |
| 2007 | Krosa | Category 2 | 75 mph | 296 km |
| 2007 | Sepat | Category 1 | 63 mph | 252 km |
| 2006 | Saomai | Category 4 | 104 mph | 115 km |
| 2005 | Longwang | Category 2 | 75 mph | 258 km |
| 2005 | Haitang | Category 1 | 69 mph | 291 km |
| 2004 | Aere | Category 2 | 81 mph | 238 km |
| 2004 | Rananim | Category 1 | 46 mph | 253 km |
| 2002 | Sinlaku | Category 1 | 69 mph | 261 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.8 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 8.6 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 10.8 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 11.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 69°F (20°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
Shunchang has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 48°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 64.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.6") and December the driest (1.6").