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Weather & Climate in Xungmai, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Xungmai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (1°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 361 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 23.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 55.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 16,102 feet.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-9°C)
49°F Jul (9°C)
| Annual Average | 33.0°F |
| 39% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 361 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16,102 ft (4,908 m) |
| Area | 349.2 sq mi (904.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3409°N, 89.0145°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
77 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Jan 18, 1993 | 102 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M5.9 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Apr 19, 2006 | 156 km W of Nagqu, China | M5.7 | 136 km | 33 km |
| Oct 5, 1998 | 119 km NNW of Rikaze, China | M5.2 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Jul 21, 1998 | western Xizang | M5.1 | 133 km | 16 km |
| Jun 6, 1998 | 131 km NNE of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 110 km | 33 km |
| Jul 20, 1998 | 147 km NNW of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 128 km | 33 km |
| Jun 6, 1998 | 128 km NNE of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 110 km | 33 km |
| Jan 16, 2014 | 173 km WNW of Nagqu, China | M4.8 | 134 km | 46 km |
| Jul 30, 1995 | 129 km NNW of Rikaze, China | M4.8 | 141 km | 45 km |
| Apr 9, 1993 | 267 km WNW of Nagqu, China | M4.7 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Feb 7, 2014 | 172 km WNW of Nagqu, China | M4.7 | 150 km | 33 km |
| Mar 29, 2024 | western Xizang | M4.7 | 142 km | 13 km |
| Mar 21, 1995 | 91 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 139 km | 33 km |
| Mar 5, 1997 | 97 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.7 | 137 km | 33 km |
| Oct 11, 2002 | 228 km NNW of Rikaze, China | M4.7 | 76 km | 61 km |
| Sep 7, 1998 | 134 km NNW of Rikaze, China | M4.7 | 146 km | 33 km |
| Feb 15, 1993 | 103 km NNW of Dêqên, China | M4.6 | 142 km | 33 km |
| Jul 14, 2007 | 279 km N of Rikaze, China | M4.6 | 60 km | 51 km |
| Aug 25, 1998 | 138 km NNW of Rikaze, China | M4.6 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Apr 13, 1992 | western Xizang | M4.6 | 94 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°F (-9°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 0.1 in | |
| April | 35°F (2°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 42°F (6°C) | 1.0 in | |
| June | 49°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| July | 49°F (9°C) | 4.4 in | Wettest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 37°F (3°C) | 0.5 in | |
| November | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.1 in | |
| December | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.1 in |
Xungmai has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 15°F in January to 49°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 16.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (0.1").