Weather & Climate in Yanchihe, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Yanchihe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. The area receives 5.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,276 feet.
Temperature
38°F Jan (3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,276 ft (389 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.3290°N, 111.0507°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
10 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Mar 27, 2008 | 44 km WSW of Shiyan, China | M4.8 | 75 km | 10 km |
| Dec 13, 2001 | 68 km NW of Yichang, China | M4.8 | 133 km | 33 km |
| Feb 9, 2018 | 31 km NNE of Danjiangkou, China | M4.7 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 95 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.6 | 145 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2014 | 93 km SW of Shiyan, China | M4.5 | 90 km | 22 km |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 63 km N of Yichang, China | M4.5 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2017 | 96 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.4 | 140 km | 16 km |
| Apr 29, 2000 | 47 km WNW of Nanyang, China | M4.4 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Mar 24, 2008 | 56 km WSW of Shiyan, China | M4.3 | 83 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2023 | 57 km N of Yichang, China | M4.2 | 125 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.2 m (17 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2012 | ZHAOJUN BRIDGE, HUBEI PROVINCE | Meteorological | 5.2 m | - | 123 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 0.6 in |
Yanchihe has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 38°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.6").