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Weather & Climate in Zhicheng, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zhicheng enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet.
Temperature
40°F Jan (5°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 256 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 685.2 sq mi (1,774.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 233/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.2956°N, 111.5047°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
14 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Dec 16, 2013 | 92 km WNW of Yichang, China | M5.1 | 135 km | 18 km |
| Mar 29, 2014 | 49 km WNW of Yichang, China | M5.1 | 91 km | 20 km |
| Mar 26, 2014 | 56 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.8 | 100 km | 16 km |
| Dec 13, 2001 | 68 km NW of Yichang, China | M4.8 | 118 km | 33 km |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 95 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.6 | 140 km | 10 km |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 63 km N of Yichang, China | M4.5 | 111 km | 10 km |
| Jun 18, 2017 | 96 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.4 | 143 km | 16 km |
| Oct 30, 2012 | 70 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.4 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Feb 22, 2017 | 54 km W of Yichang, China | M4.2 | 85 km | 17 km |
| Apr 17, 1991 | 54 km SW of Yichang, China | M4.2 | 60 km | 10 km |
| Jun 20, 2023 | 57 km N of Yichang, China | M4.2 | 105 km | 11 km |
| Mar 24, 2019 | 95 km NE of Enshi, China | M4.1 | 147 km | 15 km |
| Apr 20, 2014 | 90 km WNW of Yichang, China | M4.1 | 130 km | 15 km |
| Jun 2, 2007 | 19 km W of Jingzhou, China | M4.0 | 47 km | 35 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 54.0 m (177 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1985 | QUYUAN, ZIGUI COUNTY | Meteorological | 54.0 m | 10 | 99 km |
| 2007 | DAYANTANG, ENSHI | Meteorological | 50.0 m | 8 | 130 km |
| 2003 | QINGGAN RIVER, HUBEI PROVINCE | Meteorological | 39.0 m | 24 | 114 km |
| 2012 | ZHAOJUN BRIDGE, HUBEI PROVINCE | Meteorological | 5.2 m | — | 130 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 1.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 4.2 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.1 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 4.1 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
Zhicheng has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 40°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.7") and December the driest (0.9").