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Weather & Climate in Zhongxian, China
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Zhongxian enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 70.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,231 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 255 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,231 ft (680 m) |
| Area | 10,146.6 sq mi (26,279.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 25.9509°N, 118.3699°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Shanghai |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
9 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.5.
| Mar 6, 2008 | 6 km ENE of Meipu, China | M4.5 | 66 km | 35 km |
| Mar 6, 2008 | 15 km SW of Shuikou, China | M4.1 | 45 km | 35 km |
| Aug 22, 2013 | 34 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 53 km | 15 km |
| Sep 3, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 56 km | 13 km |
| Oct 29, 2013 | 31 km WNW of Putian, China | M4.1 | 55 km | 14 km |
| Mar 13, 2007 | 44 km W of Nanping, China | M3.9 | 106 km | 35 km |
| Jul 4, 2008 | 39 km SW of Huangtian, China | M3.5 | 23 km | 10 km |
| Apr 21, 1996 | 10 km WNW of Luoqiao, China | M3.5 | 82 km | 33 km |
| Oct 15, 1997 | 36 km ENE of Jingfeng, China | M3.3 | 128 km | 33 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
52 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2025 | Podul | Category 1 | — | 287 km |
| 2024 | Kong-rey | Category 2 | 63 mph | 230 km |
| 2024 | Gaemi | Category 1 | 69 mph | 189 km |
| 2023 | Doksuri | Category 2 | 81 mph | 51 km |
| 2020 | Mekkhala | Category 1 | 52 mph | 206 km |
| 2018 | Maria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 74 km |
| 2017 | Nesat | Category 1 | 81 mph | 280 km |
| 2016 | Meranti | Category 3 | 98 mph | 114 km |
| 2016 | Megi | Category 2 | 86 mph | 240 km |
| 2015 | Dujuan | Category 3 | 86 mph | 72 km |
| 2015 | Soudelor | Category 2 | 81 mph | 165 km |
| 2014 | Matmo | Category 1 | 69 mph | 156 km |
| 2013 | Fitow | Category 1 | — | 287 km |
| 2013 | Soulik | Category 1 | 69 mph | 163 km |
| 2013 | Trami | Category 1 | 69 mph | 126 km |
| 2010 | Fanapi | Category 2 | 69 mph | 262 km |
| 2010 | Megi | Category 1 | 58 mph | 286 km |
| 2010 | Meranti | Category 1 | 63 mph | 189 km |
| 2008 | Fung-wong | Category 2 | 81 mph | 223 km |
| 2008 | Jangmi | Category 1 | 75 mph | 296 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 9.1 in | |
| June | 76°F (24°C) | 10.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (15°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
Zhongxian has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 45°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.5") and December the driest (1.4").