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Weather & Climate in Wangda, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wangda has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 348 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 31.8 inches. The area receives 125.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,487 feet.
Temperature
9°F Jan (-13°C)
59°F Jul (15°C)
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 9°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 348 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,487 ft (3,806 m) |
| Area | 42,070.5 sq mi (108,962.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.6745°N, 97.8374°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
84 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Aug 11, 2013 | 141 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M5.7 | 43 km | 6 km |
| Apr 8, 1990 | 233 km ESE of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 145 km | 10 km |
| May 16, 1997 | 95 km S of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 106 km | 33 km |
| Aug 9, 1997 | 95 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 108 km | 33 km |
| May 3, 1993 | 173 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 24 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2013 | 136 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Dec 28, 1990 | 228 km SE of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 118 km | 33 km |
| Aug 12, 2013 | 131 km SE of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 54 km | 10 km |
| Feb 12, 1991 | 163 km S of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 90 km | 17 km |
| Aug 11, 2013 | 146 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Oct 9, 2000 | 116 km SE of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 87 km | 33 km |
| Aug 11, 2013 | 140 km SSE of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 45 km | 10 km |
| Oct 18, 1993 | 158 km SE of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 56 km | 29 km |
| Aug 19, 1990 | 233 km NNW of Shangri-La, China | M4.8 | 130 km | 30 km |
| May 31, 1999 | 170 km NW of Shangri-La, China | M4.8 | 105 km | 52 km |
| Jun 8, 1991 | 135 km N of Hayuliang, India | M4.8 | 129 km | 33 km |
| Aug 17, 1997 | 90 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.8 | 116 km | 65 km |
| Feb 13, 1991 | 158 km S of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 92 km | 33 km |
| Jan 18, 1997 | 102 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 121 km | 33 km |
| Nov 8, 1997 | 94 km SSW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 112 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°F (-13°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 1.0 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 4.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 9.4 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 11.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 10.1 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 7.4 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 0.5 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.4 in |
Wangda has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 9°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (0.4").