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Weather & Climate in Xiao’ao, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xiao’ao enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.
Temperature
51°F Jan (11°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 67.5°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 12.4 sq mi (32.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2206°N, 119.6489°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Feb 18, 1992 | 70 km SE of Jiangkou, China | M4.5 | 134 km | 33 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 6 km ENE of Meipu, China | M4.5 | 69 km | 35 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 117 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 115 km | 14 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 117 km | 15 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 101 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 127 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 81 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1997 | 36 km ENE of Jingfeng, China | M3.3 | 126 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
64 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2025 | Danas | Category 1 | — | 283 km |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 4 | 104 mph | 130 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 2 | 63 mph | 195 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 157 km |
| 2021 | Chanthu | Category 3 | 115 mph | 279 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 298 km |
| 2020 | Hagupit | Category 1 | 81 mph | 205 km |
| 2019 | Lekima | Category 3 | 104 mph | 273 km |
| 2019 | Mitag | Category 2 | 86 mph | 272 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 49 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 2 | 92 mph | 193 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 3 | 98 mph | 215 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 81 mph | 229 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 4 | 115 mph | 147 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 3 | 104 mph | 160 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 58 mph | 125 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | 75 mph | 160 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 58 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 92 mph | 50 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 230 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1604 | SOUTH CHINA SEA | Earthquake | — | — | 137 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 51°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 5.7 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| October | 71°F (21°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| December | 54°F (12°C) | 1.6 in |
Xiao’ao has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 50°F in February to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.9") and November the driest (1.5").