Weather & Climate in Siping, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Siping enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 817 feet.
Temperature
33°F Jan (1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 817 ft (249 m) |
| Area | 270.8 sq mi (701.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.9869°N, 111.1319°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
15 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Dec 16, 2013 | 92 km WNW of Yichang, China | M5.1 | 123 km | 18 km |
| Mar 29, 2014 | 49 km WNW of Yichang, China | M5.1 | 132 km | 20 km |
| Mar 27, 2008 | 44 km WSW of Shiyan, China | M4.8 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Mar 26, 2014 | 56 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.8 | 128 km | 16 km |
| Dec 13, 2001 | 68 km NW of Yichang, China | M4.8 | 98 km | 33 km |
| Feb 9, 2018 | 31 km NNE of Danjiangkou, China | M4.7 | 103 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 95 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.6 | 116 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2014 | 93 km SW of Shiyan, China | M4.5 | 88 km | 22 km |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 63 km N of Yichang, China | M4.5 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2017 | 96 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.4 | 111 km | 16 km |
| Oct 30, 2012 | 70 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.4 | 134 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2008 | 56 km WSW of Shiyan, China | M4.3 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2023 | 57 km N of Yichang, China | M4.2 | 86 km | 11 km |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 95 km NE of Enshi, China | M4.1 | 149 km | 15 km |
| Apr 20, 2014 | 90 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.1 | 135 km | 15 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 54.0 m (177 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | QUYUAN, ZIGUI COUNTY | Meteorological | 54.0 m | 10 | 120 km |
| 2003 | QINGGAN RIVER, HUBEI PROVINCE | Meteorological | 39.0 m | 24 | 124 km |
| 2012 | ZHAOJUN BRIDGE, HUBEI PROVINCE | Meteorological | 5.2 m | - | 90 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°F (1°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 0.7 in |
Siping has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 33°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.3") and January the driest (0.6").