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Weather & Climate in Zala, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zala has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 32°F (0°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 334 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 45.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 148.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,904 feet.
Temperature
14°F Jan (-10°C)
49°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 32.1°F |
| 41% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 334 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,904 ft (4,238 m) |
| Area | 173,953.2 sq mi (450,538.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7645°N, 93.6097°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
117 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.9.
| Jun 29, 1994 | 194 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.9 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Mar 19, 2021 | 95 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.7 | 68 km | 8 km |
| Mar 24, 2010 | 129 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M5.7 | 119 km | 7 km |
| Jan 5, 2000 | 102 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.5 | 100 km | 33 km |
| May 29, 1999 | 225 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.4 | 126 km | 33 km |
| Mar 24, 2010 | 136 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M5.4 | 112 km | 20 km |
| Apr 17, 2010 | 136 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M5.3 | 111 km | 35 km |
| May 11, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 137 km | 8 km |
| May 20, 2003 | 165 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.2 | 113 km | 33 km |
| Jun 2, 1990 | 127 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.2 | 106 km | 13 km |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 223 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Jun 30, 1994 | 193 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.1 | 87 km | 33 km |
| Oct 12, 2017 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 2003 | 199 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.1 | 85 km | 33 km |
| May 24, 2003 | 128 km NNE of Nagqu, China | M5.1 | 144 km | 33 km |
| Feb 23, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 139 km | 10 km |
| Apr 6, 2021 | 92 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.0 | 67 km | 10 km |
| Oct 2, 1990 | 219 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.0 | 94 km | 33 km |
| Mar 22, 2021 | 97 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.0 | 70 km | 10 km |
| Feb 21, 2006 | 212 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 137 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.1 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 18°F (-8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 33°F (1°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 41°F (5°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 49°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 36°F (2°C) | 1.0 in | |
| November | 24°F (-5°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 16°F (-9°C) | 0.1 in |
Zala has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 14°F in January to 49°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (0.1").