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Weather & Climate in Xinmian, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xinmian enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 96.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 92.3 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 3,727 feet.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,727 ft (1,136 m) |
| Area | 4,476.6 sq mi (11,594.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.2399°N, 102.3721°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
157 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.6.
| Apr 20, 2013 | 56 km WSW of Linqiong, China | M6.6 | 129 km | 14 km |
| Sep 5, 2022 | 44 km SE of Kangding, China | M6.6 | 51 km | 12 km |
| Jun 1, 2022 | 48 km W of Linqiong, China | M5.8 | 140 km | 12 km |
| Feb 23, 2001 | 96 km SW of Kangding, China | M5.6 | 124 km | 33 km |
| Jan 25, 2023 | Western Sichuan, China | M5.4 | 66 km | 7 km |
| Jun 1, 2022 | Western Sichuan, China | M5.3 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jan 14, 2015 | 59 km WSW of Leshan, China | M5.3 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 2013 | 45 km WSW of Linqiong, China | M5.2 | 134 km | 16 km |
| Feb 28, 2023 | 42 km S of Kangding, China | M5.2 | 57 km | 10 km |
| Feb 26, 2008 | 20 km WNW of Kangding, China | M5.1 | 111 km | 24 km |
| Apr 20, 2013 | 39 km WSW of Linqiong, China | M5.1 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Apr 20, 2013 | 46 km WSW of Linqiong, China | M5.1 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Dec 29, 1994 | 41 km SW of Luocheng, China | M5.1 | 139 km | 33 km |
| Apr 20, 2013 | 55 km WSW of Linqiong, China | M5.1 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Apr 20, 2013 | 62 km WSW of Linqiong, China | M5.0 | 118 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 2013 | 47 km WSW of Linqiong, China | M5.0 | 126 km | 10 km |
| Oct 13, 1993 | 102 km SW of Luocheng, China | M5.0 | 123 km | 33 km |
| Feb 14, 2001 | 95 km WSW of Kangding, China | M5.0 | 126 km | 33 km |
| May 11, 2023 | 42 km S of Kangding, China | M4.9 | 55 km | 10 km |
| Jan 25, 2023 | 35 km SSE of Kangding, China | M4.9 | 60 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1935 | SICHUAN PROVINCE | Earthquake | — | 100 | 134 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 9.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 10.1 in | Wettest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 0.5 in |
Xinmian has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 17°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (10.1") and January the driest (0.5").