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Weather & Climate in Xarlung, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xarlung has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 337 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 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 183.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,316 feet.
Temperature
5°F Jan (-15°C)
53°F Jul (12°C)
| Annual Average | 39.2°F |
| 27% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 337 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,316 ft (3,754 m) |
| Area | 552.9 sq mi (1,432.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.9000°N, 93.3000°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
45 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Jan 17, 2022 | 86 km NNW of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 107 km | 10 km |
| Aug 19, 2023 | 205 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Aug 16, 1992 | 110 km ENE of Lhasa, China | M5.0 | 118 km | 33 km |
| Jul 23, 2020 | 208 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.9 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jan 30, 2000 | 96 km ESE of Lhasa, China | M4.8 | 147 km | 33 km |
| Jul 28, 2020 | 209 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.8 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Dec 15, 1991 | 165 km NNW of Shi Yomi, India | M4.8 | 61 km | 33 km |
| Jul 24, 1991 | 200 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M4.8 | 150 km | 33 km |
| Oct 11, 1994 | 98 km NE of Lhasa, China | M4.8 | 134 km | 14 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 197 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M4.7 | 149 km | 33 km |
| Mar 20, 2016 | 195 km NW of Shi Yomi, India | M4.7 | 12 km | 10 km |
| Jul 29, 1991 | 199 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.6 | 148 km | 33 km |
| Jul 28, 2023 | 197 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.6 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 21, 2017 | 216 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.6 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2025 | 121 km E of Lhasa, China | M4.5 | 92 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 1996 | 103 km ENE of Lhasa, China | M4.5 | 119 km | 33 km |
| Jan 13, 1998 | 70 km W of Shi Yomi, India | M4.5 | 143 km | 33 km |
| Apr 13, 2025 | 158 km ESE of Nagqu, China | M4.5 | 148 km | 10 km |
| Jul 20, 1991 | 199 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.5 | 146 km | 33 km |
| Dec 24, 1991 | 144 km ENE of Lhasa, China | M4.4 | 74 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5°F (-15°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 38°F (4°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 32°F (0°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Xarlung has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 5°F in January to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.1") and December the driest (0.1").