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Weather & Climate in Xiexiong, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xiexiong has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 343 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 40.8 inches. The area receives 142.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 12,470 feet.
Temperature
7°F Jan (-14°C)
52°F Jul (11°C)
| Annual Average | 36.0°F |
| 33% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 343 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,470 ft (3,801 m) |
| Area | 42,070.5 sq mi (108,962.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.4100°N, 95.6200°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
163 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.3.
| Jun 26, 2011 | 186 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.3 | 119 km | 29 km |
| May 11, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 88 km | 8 km |
| Jan 26, 2000 | 161 km W of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 50 km | 33 km |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 223 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 2015 | 212 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Oct 12, 2017 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Feb 23, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 90 km | 10 km |
| Sep 4, 1993 | 205 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.1 | 141 km | 10 km |
| Mar 17, 2023 | 111 km WSW of Qamdo, China | M5.0 | 84 km | 10 km |
| Jul 19, 2020 | 213 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 133 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2019 | 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Aug 19, 2023 | 205 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Jul 18, 1991 | 208 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Aug 5, 2012 | 207 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 139 km | 24 km |
| Aug 12, 2017 | 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 140 km | 28 km |
| Jul 27, 2023 | 206 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Aug 9, 2010 | 202 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M5.0 | 144 km | 45 km |
| Jul 23, 2020 | 208 km N of Shi Yomi, India | M4.9 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Aug 7, 2012 | 205 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M4.9 | 140 km | 24 km |
| Jul 30, 2023 | 210 km NNE of Shi Yomi, India | M4.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 22°F (-6°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.6 in | |
| April | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 52°F (11°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 51°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 38°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | |
| November | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.2 in |
Xiexiong has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 7°F in January to 52°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (0.2").