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Weather & Climate in Zhiqu, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zhiqu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 33°F (0°C). Winters average 8°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 27.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 111.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 13,714 feet.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
50°F Jul (10°C)
| Annual Average | 32.7°F |
| 39% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 336 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13,714 ft (4,180 m) |
| Area | 509.8 sq mi (1,320.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3083°N, 95.5034°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
58 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.8.
| May 29, 2010 | 248 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.8 | 138 km | 7 km |
| Jun 29, 2002 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.6 | 95 km | 33 km |
| Jul 25, 2001 | 270 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 127 km | 33 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 263 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.5 | 124 km | 24 km |
| Oct 26, 2002 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.4 | 107 km | 33 km |
| Mar 29, 2006 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.3 | 106 km | 35 km |
| Apr 15, 2000 | 258 km NW of Qamdo, China | M5.2 | 150 km | 33 km |
| Jun 3, 2010 | 261 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 124 km | 10 km |
| Sep 7, 2010 | 251 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M5.1 | 137 km | 2 km |
| Sep 13, 2000 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.0 | 40 km | 33 km |
| May 6, 2018 | Southern Qinghai, China | M5.0 | 97 km | 18 km |
| Jun 6, 2010 | 258 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.9 | 129 km | 49 km |
| Jun 17, 2002 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.8 | 106 km | 10 km |
| Jul 23, 2006 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.8 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Mar 5, 2010 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.8 | 81 km | 32 km |
| Aug 22, 1996 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.8 | 144 km | 33 km |
| May 4, 2018 | Southern Qinghai, China | M4.7 | 99 km | 10 km |
| Apr 28, 2010 | 241 km NNW of Qamdo, China | M4.7 | 149 km | 48 km |
| Dec 13, 2001 | 268 km NW of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 129 km | 49 km |
| Mar 25, 2013 | 298 km NW of Qamdo, China | M4.6 | 112 km | 10 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°F (-14°C) | 0.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-9°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 24°F (-4°C) | 0.4 in | |
| April | 32°F (-0°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 33°F (1°C) | 1.1 in | |
| November | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 13°F (-11°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
Zhiqu has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 8°F in January to 50°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.8") and December the driest (0.1").