Weather & Climate in Xuanwei, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xuanwei experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches. The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 6,398 feet.
Temperature
41°F Jan (5°C)
66°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 54.8°F |
| 1% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,398 ft (1,950 m) |
| Area | 284.1 sq mi (735.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.2350°N, 104.1009°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
94 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.2.
| Aug 3, 2014 | 33 km WSW of Zhaotong, China | M6.2 | 126 km | 12 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 38 km NE of Zhaotong, China | M5.5 | 150 km | 10 km |
| Aug 10, 2004 | 16 km ESE of Zhaotong, China | M5.4 | 117 km | 6 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 40 km NE of Zhaotong, China | M5.3 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 2024 | 31 km SSW of Liupanshui, China | M5.2 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Aug 5, 2005 | 106 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M5.2 | 112 km | 42 km |
| May 18, 2020 | 42 km W of Zhaotong, China | M5.1 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Apr 6, 2024 | 30 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M5.0 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Feb 8, 2017 | 28 km W of Zhaotong, China | M4.9 | 136 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2017 | 18 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M4.8 | 120 km | 37 km |
| Apr 15, 2011 | 95 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M4.8 | 115 km | 47 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 43 km NE of Zhaotong, China | M4.8 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Feb 27, 1991 | 22 km NE of Qujing, China | M4.7 | 68 km | 23 km |
| Sep 10, 2014 | 24 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M4.7 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Aug 3, 2014 | 30 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M4.7 | 119 km | 10 km |
| Mar 22, 2009 | 17 km NNW of Weining, China | M4.7 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Nov 14, 2012 | 105 km E of Dadukou, China | M4.7 | 139 km | 35 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 17 km SSW of Zhaotong, China | M4.7 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Aug 12, 2016 | 28 km WSW of Zhaotong, China | M4.7 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Aug 10, 2004 | 26 km ESE of Zhaotong, China | M4.7 | 107 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 |
| 1918 | YUNNAN PROVINCE | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 132 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 0.6 in | |
| March | 49°F (10°C) | 0.7 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 7.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 7.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 5.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 0.5 in |
Xuanwei has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 41°F in January to 66°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.9") and January the driest (0.5").