Climate for Station: Jiuquan, Gansu, China

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Jiuquan

Gansu, China

2026-03-01 10:28

2.3°C

Feels 1.8°C

H: 8.4°C / L: -1.2°C

Precip: 0mm | Wind: 3.6 kph

▲ 2.5°C vs historical high

Partly Cloudy

2026-03-02

H: 5°C

L: -3.5°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 21.2kph

▼ 1.6°C

2026-03-03

H: 8.3°C

L: -4.8°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0mm

Wind: 15.5kph

▲ 1.9°C

2026-03-04

H: 6.6°C

L: -1.6°C

Rain: 82%

Rainfall: 0.14mm

Wind: 62.6kph

▼ 0.4°C

2026-03-05

H: 6.9°C

L: -4.6°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.01mm

Wind: 23.4kph

▼ 0.2°C

2026-03-06

H: 7.9°C

L: -1°C

Rain: 0%

Rainfall: 0.03mm

Wind: 9.7kph

▲ 0.4°C

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Climate Analysis & Overview

Jiuquan's climate is marked by a long-term warming trend in high temperatures and a cooling trend in lows over the past decade. The region experiences less concentrated precipitation now compared to historical norms, indicating a shift towards more evenly distributed rainfall.

Köppen Classification and Local Geography

Jiuquan, located in the Gansu province of China, falls under the BSk category of the Köppen climate classification, indicative of a cold semi-arid climate. The city's geographical position, nestled between mountain ranges and desert landscapes, heavily influences its weather patterns. These natural barriers contribute to significant temperature variations and limited precipitation, typical of semi-arid regions.

Temperature Trends: A Tale of Two Extremes

Over the long term, Jiuquan has experienced a warming trend in high temperatures, with an increase of 0.34°C (0.61°F). This suggests a gradual rise in daytime temperatures, potentially impacting local agriculture and water resources. In contrast, the past decade shows a cooling trend in low temperatures, with a decrease of 0.69°C (1.24°F). This divergence between day and night temperatures could lead to more pronounced diurnal temperature ranges, affecting both natural ecosystems and human activities.

Precipitation Patterns: A Shift Towards Even Distribution

The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) for Jiuquan has decreased from a baseline of 21.7 to a current value of 16.9. This indicates a significant shift towards more evenly distributed rainfall events, as a PCI over 20 suggests highly concentrated precipitation. Such changes could mitigate the risks of flash floods and droughts, aligning with China's regional climate adaptation goals to improve water resource management.

Temperature Extremes: Record Highs and Lows

Jiuquan's historical temperature records reveal the extremes of its climate. The highest recorded temperature is 42.26°C (108.07°F), while the lowest is -31.6°C (-24.88°F). These records underscore the region's susceptibility to temperature extremes, which can pose challenges for infrastructure and public health, particularly during heatwaves or cold snaps.

Regional Implications and Climate Goals

The climatic trends observed in Jiuquan are reflective of broader patterns across northwestern China, where efforts are underway to address the impacts of climate change. The warming trend in high temperatures aligns with global observations, while the cooling trend in lows over the last decade may be unique to local geographical and atmospheric conditions. China's climate goals, which include reducing carbon emissions and enhancing climate resilience, are crucial in addressing these challenges and supporting sustainable development in the region.

Station Statistics

10-Year Trend

High: +0.08 °C/decade

Low: -0.68 °C/decade

Rain: -0.38 mm/decade

25-Year Trend

High: +1.00 °C/decade

Low: +0.21 °C/decade

Rain: +0.03 mm/decade

50-Year Trend

High: +0.62 °C/decade

Low: +0.34 °C/decade

Rain: +0.01 mm/decade

All-Time Trend

High: +0.34 °C/decade

Low: +0.23 °C/decade

Rain: +0.01 mm/decade

Percentage Above-Average Days

Last 12 Months: 55.1%

This Year: 53.7%

Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️

Last 12 Months: 16.1

Historical Average: 23.5

Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️

High: 90^th percentile

Low: 94^th percentile

Rain: 29^th percentile

Change in Variance ℹ️

High: +6.7%

Low: +4.7%

Intraday: -5.5%

Data Coverage

94.5%

First Year of Data

1946

Station Location

Historical Weather Records

	Max High	Avg High	Min High	Max Avg	Avg Avg	Min Avg	Max Low	Avg Low	Min Low	Max Precipitation	Avg Precipitation	Max Snow	Avg Snow
Record	42.3 °C	—	-20.2 °C	29.7 °C	—	-25.8 °C	25.1 °C	—	-31.6 °C	50.2 mm	—	—	—
January	15.8 °C	-1.7 °C	-19.2 °C	3.8 °C	-9.1 °C	-23.6 °C	-3.8 °C	-15.0 °C	-28.6 °C	4.6 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
February	16.5 °C	2.5 °C	-16.5 °C	8.3 °C	-4.9 °C	-22.3 °C	2.8 °C	-11.2 °C	-31.6 °C	5.2 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
March	25.2 °C	10.2 °C	-9.4 °C	15.5 °C	2.5 °C	-15.4 °C	9.8 °C	-4.0 °C	-25.7 °C	9.8 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
April	31.7 °C	17.9 °C	-1.9 °C	23.0 °C	10.2 °C	-7.0 °C	17.4 °C	3.0 °C	-10.6 °C	14.9 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
May	37.1 °C	23.6 °C	5.9 °C	26.4 °C	16.2 °C	2.8 °C	19.6 °C	8.7 °C	-3.4 °C	37.0 mm	0.3 mm	—	—
June	37.2 °C	27.8 °C	14.6 °C	28.6 °C	20.6 °C	10.4 °C	23.7 °C	13.3 °C	2.4 °C	50.2 mm	0.5 mm	—	—
July	42.3 °C	29.5 °C	15.5 °C	29.7 °C	22.3 °C	12.5 °C	25.1 °C	15.3 °C	7.7 °C	32.3 mm	0.7 mm	—	—
August	41.8 °C	28.5 °C	13.4 °C	28.9 °C	20.8 °C	10.7 °C	25.0 °C	14.0 °C	4.4 °C	31.2 mm	0.5 mm	—	—
September	34.9 °C	23.2 °C	9.3 °C	24.7 °C	15.2 °C	3.2 °C	20.6 °C	8.7 °C	-3.7 °C	39.0 mm	0.3 mm	—	—
October	29.0 °C	15.8 °C	-0.4 °C	18.1 °C	7.7 °C	-9.1 °C	12.4 °C	1.5 °C	-16.9 °C	9.2 mm	0.1 mm	—	—
November	20.3 °C	6.7 °C	-13.3 °C	11.0 °C	-0.5 °C	-18.0 °C	5.1 °C	-5.9 °C	-24.2 °C	4.0 mm	0.0 mm	—	—
December	17.3 °C	-0.4 °C	-20.2 °C	4.3 °C	-7.5 °C	-25.8 °C	-1.6 °C	-12.9 °C	-29.8 °C	3.2 mm	0.1 mm	—	—