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Weather & Climate in Zaqing, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zaqing has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 336 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 36.0 inches. The area receives 116.5 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,934 feet.
Temperature
7°F Jan (-14°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 32.9°F |
| 39% below US avg | |
| January Average | 7°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,934 ft (4,247 m) |
| Area | 509.8 sq mi (1,320.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.0680°N, 95.1690°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
134 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.9.
| Apr 13, 2010 | 233 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.9 | 129 km | 17 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 239 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M6.1 | 120 km | 8 km |
| Oct 17, 2016 | Xizang-Qinghai border region | M5.9 | 33 km | 35 km |
| May 29, 2010 | 248 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.8 | 85 km | 7 km |
| Jun 29, 2002 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.6 | 134 km | 33 km |
| Jul 19, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 97 km | 16 km |
| Jul 25, 2001 | 270 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 42 km | 33 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 263 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 96 km | 24 km |
| May 29, 1999 | 225 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.4 | 132 km | 33 km |
| Jun 26, 2011 | 186 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.3 | 100 km | 29 km |
| Apr 14, 2010 | 229 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 128 km | 10 km |
| Apr 15, 2000 | 258 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 31 km | 33 km |
| Jan 30, 2013 | 294 km ENE of Nagqu, China | M5.2 | 48 km | 22 km |
| May 11, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 117 km | 8 km |
| Jan 24, 2020 | 223 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 120 km | 10 km |
| Jul 17, 2006 | 224 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Feb 23, 2016 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 113 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 261 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 89 km | 10 km |
| Feb 11, 2003 | 199 km NE of Nagqu, China | M5.1 | 143 km | 33 km |
| Oct 12, 2017 | 227 km WNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 111 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7°F (-14°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.9 in | |
| May | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 14°F (-10°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Zaqing has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 7°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.9") and December the driest (0.1").