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Weather & Climate in Xinji, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xinji has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (-0°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 356 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 30.9 inches. The area receives 93.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 16,050 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-9°C)
48°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 31.7°F |
| 41% below US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 356 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16,050 ft (4,892 m) |
| Area | 349.2 sq mi (904.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.5975°N, 89.8324°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
57 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.1.
| Jul 30, 1992 | 68 km SW of Dêqên, China | M6.1 | 117 km | 14 km |
| Jan 18, 1993 | 102 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M5.9 | 58 km | 33 km |
| Apr 19, 2006 | 156 km W of Nagqu, China | M5.7 | 125 km | 33 km |
| Oct 30, 1997 | 70 km N of Jiangzi, China | M5.3 | 117 km | 33 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 47 km SW of Dêqên, China | M4.9 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Jun 6, 1998 | 128 km NNE of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 64 km | 33 km |
| Jun 6, 1998 | 131 km NNE of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 58 km | 33 km |
| Jul 24, 1992 | 71 km NE of Jiangzi, China | M4.8 | 150 km | 33 km |
| Jan 16, 2014 | 173 km WNW of Nagqu, China | M4.8 | 148 km | 46 km |
| Mar 5, 1997 | 97 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 45 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1999 | 74 km WSW of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 112 km | 33 km |
| Apr 10, 2021 | Eastern Xizang | M4.7 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 2021 | 92 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 66 km | 10 km |
| Mar 21, 1995 | 91 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 41 km | 33 km |
| May 8, 2005 | 46 km WNW of Dêqên, China | M4.6 | 69 km | 98 km |
| Feb 15, 1993 | 103 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.6 | 60 km | 33 km |
| Feb 6, 2006 | 152 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.5 | 96 km | 45 km |
| Jul 30, 1992 | 34 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.5 | 84 km | 33 km |
| Feb 16, 1993 | 126 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.5 | 43 km | 33 km |
| May 6, 1990 | 63 km W of Dêqên, China | M4.5 | 83 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 34°F (1°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 35°F (2°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.1 in |
Xinji has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 17°F in January to 48°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 15.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (0.1").