Weather & Climate in Yuandun, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Yuandun enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,434 feet.
Temperature
36°F Jan (2°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 56.9°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,434 ft (742 m) |
| Area | 19.5 sq mi (50.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 651/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0278°N, 106.6392°E |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
125 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.1.
| May 25, 2008 | 39 km WNW of Guangyuan, China | M6.1 | 125 km | 18 km |
| Jul 24, 2008 | 42 km NW of Guangyuan, China | M5.7 | 107 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2008 | 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China | M5.7 | 109 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 2008 | 45 km NW of Guangyuan, China | M5.5 | 111 km | 4 km |
| May 12, 2008 | 55 km W of Guangyuan, China | M5.3 | 147 km | 10 km |
| May 19, 2008 | 51 km W of Guangyuan, China | M5.2 | 143 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2008 | 39 km NW of Guangyuan, China | M5.2 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Oct 29, 2009 | 55 km W of Guangyuan, China | M5.2 | 143 km | 14 km |
| May 12, 2008 | 37 km NNW of Guangyuan, China | M5.1 | 101 km | 10 km |
| May 13, 2008 | 51 km W of Guangyuan, China | M5.0 | 145 km | 10 km |
| Jun 9, 2014 | 60 km W of Guangyuan, China | M5.0 | 148 km | 17 km |
| May 15, 2011 | 38 km W of Guangyuan, China | M5.0 | 128 km | 10 km |
| May 27, 2008 | 48 km WNW of Guangyuan, China | M5.0 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Jul 16, 2017 | 29 km WSW of Guangyuan, China | M4.9 | 129 km | 14 km |
| Sep 19, 2009 | 52 km NNW of Guangyuan, China | M4.9 | 107 km | 14 km |
| Jun 7, 2008 | 62 km W of Guangyuan, China | M4.9 | 150 km | 10 km |
| May 29, 2008 | Sichuan-Gansu border region, China | M4.9 | 126 km | 10 km |
| May 12, 2008 | 43 km W of Guangyuan, China | M4.8 | 137 km | 10 km |
| Jun 19, 2008 | 43 km NW of Guangyuan, China | M4.8 | 104 km | 10 km |
| Jun 17, 2008 | 43 km NW of Guangyuan, China | M4.8 | 106 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 1.1 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 3.8 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 1.1 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 0.3 in |
Yuandun has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 36°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.4") and January the driest (0.2").