Weather & Climate in Yongshan, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Yongshan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. The area receives 1.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,605 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
78°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 62.6°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,605 ft (794 m) |
| Coordinates | 28.2357°N, 103.6339°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
309 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 | 119 km | 12 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 22 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.8 | 129 km | 6 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 38 km NE of Zhaotong, China | M5.5 | 81 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 2014 | 95 km N of Zhaotong, China | M5.4 | 7 km | 25 km |
| Aug 10, 2004 | 16 km ESE of Zhaotong, China | M5.4 | 110 km | 6 km |
| Jan 27, 2017 | 32 km SSE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 117 km | 32 km |
| Jan 14, 2015 | 59 km WSW of Leshan, China | M5.3 | 131 km | 10 km |
| Jun 22, 2019 | 11 km SE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 117 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2013 | 24 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.3 | 130 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 2012 | 40 km NE of Zhaotong, China | M5.3 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Jul 4, 2019 | 12 km ENE of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 121 km | 10 km |
| Dec 29, 1994 | 41 km SW of Luocheng, China | M5.1 | 95 km | 33 km |
| Feb 28, 1996 | 27 km S of Zigong, China | M5.1 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Jun 17, 2019 | 15 km E of Xunchang, China | M5.1 | 124 km | 10 km |
| May 18, 2020 | 42 km W of Zhaotong, China | M5.1 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jan 4, 2021 | 4 km N of Luocheng, China | M5.0 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Oct 13, 1993 | 102 km SW of Luocheng, China | M5.0 | 49 km | 33 km |
| Feb 6, 2015 | 20 km ESE of Xunchang, China | M5.0 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Apr 6, 2024 | 30 km SW of Zhaotong, China | M5.0 | 123 km | 10 km |
| Aug 16, 2014 | 91 km N of Zhaotong, China | M5.0 | 15 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 | 52 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 46°F (8°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 54°F (12°C) | 1.0 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 6.8 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 7.8 in | |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 53°F (11°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
Yongshan has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 45°F in December to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.6").