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Weather & Climate in Taiping, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Taiping enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 263 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 67.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 10,146.6 sq mi (26,279.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.4457°N, 118.4187°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
8 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 | 59 km | 35 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 30 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 99 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 102 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 101 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 75 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 33 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 49 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
45 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 2 | 69 mph | 218 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 1 | 63 mph | 268 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 106 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 260 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 300 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 28 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 81 mph | 161 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 2 | 86 mph | 281 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 3 | 86 mph | 127 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 2 | 81 mph | 208 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 191 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | — | 264 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 144 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 69 mph | 169 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 242 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 2 | 75 mph | 257 km |
| 2008 | Sinlaku | Category 1 | 69 mph | 255 km |
| 2007 | Wipha | Category 4 | 86 mph | 197 km |
| 2007 | Krosa | Category 2 | 75 mph | 226 km |
| 2007 | Sepat | Category 2 | 69 mph | 192 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 6.4 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 7.8 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 10.2 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 11.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 80°F (27°C) | 5.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
Taiping has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 50°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 63.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.4") and December the driest (1.5").