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Weather & Climate in Xiantan, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xiantan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,040 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,040 ft (317 m) |
| Area | 78.2 sq mi (202.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.8186°N, 106.1927°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
167 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| Jun 17, 2019 | 22 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.8 | 131 km | 6 km |
| Apr 24, 2013 | 24 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2019 | 11 km SE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2019 | 12 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Feb 28, 1996 | 27 km S of Zigong, China | M5.1 | 145 km | 33 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 15 km E of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2025 | 12 km SW of Xuyong, China | M5.0 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Feb 6, 2015 | 20 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.0 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 2019 | 14 km WSW of Neijiang, China | M5.0 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Jan 18, 2017 | 35 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 148 km | 45 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 23 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Apr 23, 2020 | 17 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 20 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Jun 23, 2019 | 17 km E of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 18 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Oct 9, 2024 | 30 km SSE of Bowangshan, China | M4.9 | 133 km | 10 km |
| May 4, 2017 | 38 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 7 km SE of Xunchang, China | M4.9 | 146 km | 10 km |
| Nov 11, 2012 | 33 km SE of Neijiang, China | M4.9 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jun 15, 2025 | 10 km WSW of Bowangshan, China | M4.9 | 135 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 0.8 in | |
| March | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 6.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 0.9 in |
Xiantan has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (0.7").