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When to go: Dongtai month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Dongtai are typically April, May and October, with average daytime highs around 21–26°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 32°C), January the coldest (average low -1°C), and July the wettest (about 258 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January7.9-1.1456.3
February9.80.3416.7
March15.75.3577.8
April21.410.9638.2
May25.816.01008.0
June29.620.71428.0
July31.624.92588.3
August31.724.71499.5
September27.520.31588.2
October22.013.8836.9
November16.87.7416.7
December9.90.6306.9

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Previously

  1. 2025 First Global Children’s Nature Education Annual Conference

    Held at the Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest International Conference Center

  2. 2026 National Chess Youth Championship (Team)

    Hosted in Dongtai at the Yellow Sea Forest International Conference Center

  3. 2025 First Global Children's Nature Education Annual Conference

    Hosted at the Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest International Conference Center in Dongtai.

Current public leadership

People associated with this place

  • Shen Hui

    Secretary of the Party Leadership Group and Director of the Municipal Medical Security Bureau in Dongtai.

  • Xu Liangliang

    Current mayor of Dongtai City.

Historical figures

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Local business and employers

Newspapers and local media

  • Dongtai News

    A news column publishing local news and updates from Dongtai City.

Buildings and landmarks

  • Yellow Sea (Huanghai) National Park

    Coastal national park on Dongtai’s eastern shoreline

  • Dongtai Yellow Sea Forest International Conference Center

    Major conference venue that hosts national and international events

  • Dongtai International Hotel

    Prominent hotel located at No. 2 Jinhai Middle Road, Dongtai

  • Xi‑xi Ancient Town

    Historical town considered the cradle of Dongtai and a Buddhist holy site

  • Dongtai City Center

    Administrative and commercial hub of the county‑level city

  • Xi-xi ancient town

    Recognized as the cradle of Dongtai and a Holy land of Buddhism.

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01 · History

How Dongtai took shape

Geographical Context and Territorial Boundaries of Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county-level city situated in the Jiangsu province of China. Positioned at coordinates 32.85231 latitude and 120.30947 longitude, the territory functions as the southernmost county-level division under the administration of Yancheng.

Geographically, the municipality features a coastline along the Yellow Sea. Its terrestrial borders connect with the prefecture-level city of Nantong to the south and the prefecture-level city of Taizhou to the west. Within the municipal boundaries, approximately 260,000 residents inhabit the urban core out of a total population estimated at roughly 1,170,000. The remaining population is distributed across suburban towns and rural regions, which include twenty-three distinct areas such as Touzao, Anfeng, Qingdong, Sancang, Qianggang, Fu'an, and Tangyang. The Xinchang Railway traverses the downtown area, complementing regional transport routes like China National Highway 204 and the G15 Shenyang–Haikou Expressway, also known as the Coastal Expressway.

02 · Districts

Districts and local character in Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county-level city under the administration of Yancheng, Jiangsu province, China. It has a population of roughly 1,170,000 estimated for 2007, with about 260,000 living in the Dongtai urban core.

Neighborhoods

The city's administration includes 14 towns and 23 suburban towns and rural regions, with some famous towns including Touzao, Anfeng, Qingdong, Sancang, Qianggang, Fu'an, and Tangyang. Dongtai borders the prefecture-level cities of Nantong to the south and Taizhou to the west, and is the southernmost county-level division of Yancheng.

For additional details, see the Dongtai entry.

03 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Dongtai

Safety Practical Information for Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county‑level city under the administration of Yancheng in Jiangsu province, China. It is situated at latitude 32.85231 and longitude 120.30947, with a reported population of 262,873.

Static safety guidance can rely on durable facts such as location, time zone (Asia/Shanghai), currency (CNY) and official languages (zh‑CN, yue, wuu, dta, ug, za). These elements help travelers orient themselves, choose appropriate communication tools, and plan financial transactions.

Because the cited sources do not provide current crime statistics, healthcare capacity, or policing details for Dongtai, readers should treat this section as a baseline overview rather than a real‑time risk assessment. Local evidence on safety conditions is unavailable in the referenced material.

For up‑to‑date risk levels, users should consult the dated safety calculator that incorporates recent reports and alerts. Verification with official channels—such as the Yancheng municipal government portal, the Jiangsu public security bureau, and regional health authority publications—is recommended.

Further geographic and administrative context can be found in the Wikipedia entry for Dongtai and the GeoNames record.

04 · Visit

Visiting Dongtai

Geography and Tourism in Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county-level city located in the Jiangsu province of China. Administered under Yancheng as its southernmost county-level division, the city borders Taizhou to the west and Nantong to the south, while also possessing a coastline along the Yellow Sea.

Geographical features and protected lands shape the tourism offerings in the area. The east coastal region contains the Yellow Sea (Huanghai) National Park. Nearby protected sites include a national everglade protection region and a five-A precious animal protection region. Travelers exploring the local geography can also visit Xi-xi ancient town, known as the cradle of Dongtai and a holy land of Buddhism.

Regional access is supported by several transportation corridors. The Xinchang Railway traverses the downtown area, alongside the G15 Shenyang–Haikou Expressway (also known as the Coastal Expressway), China National Highway 204, No. 333 provincial highway, and the Anqiang provincial road. Additionally, four international airports—Shanghai Pudong, Shanghai Hongqiao, Nanjing Lukou, and Yancheng Nanyang—are situated within 200 kilometers of Dongtai. More information about the city can be found through the Dongtai reference.

05 · Questions

Questions about Dongtai

Geographical Profile of Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county-level city situated in the Jiangsu province of China, operating under the administration of Yancheng. The municipality is positioned at coordinates 32.85231 latitude and 120.30947 longitude within the Asia/Shanghai timezone, utilizing the CNY currency.

Geographically, Dongtai features a stretch of coastline along the Yellow Sea. The city shares its borders with the prefecture-level city of Nantong to the south and Taizhou to the west, marking the southernmost county-level division within the jurisdiction of Yancheng.

For more detailed information regarding its location, consult the GeoNames record for Dongtai or read the broader overview on Dongtai.

06 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Dongtai

Geography shapes the culinary traditions of Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county-level city located in the Chinese province of Jiangsu. Positioned along the Yellow Sea coast, the territory borders the prefecture-level cities of Nantong to the south and Taizhou to the west, functioning as the southernmost county-level division of Yancheng.

The local food culture reflects this distinct geographical setting. Because of its proximity to coastal waters, residents and visitors have regular access to a variety of seafood. Furthermore, the regional cuisine aligns closely with Huai-Yang culinary traditions. Unlike the stronger flavor profiles found across most other regions in China, the taste of Dongtai cuisine remains relatively mild.

Beyond its culinary offerings, the city's geography supports diverse environments, including the Yellow Sea National Park situated on the eastern coastal region, alongside a national everglade protection region and a nearby five-A precious animal protection region. Reference details are available via Dongtai and GeoNames record for Dongtai.

07 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Dongtai

Geographic Setting and Cultural Expression in Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county-level city situated in the Jiangsu province of China. Positioned at coordinates 32.85231 latitude and 120.30947 longitude, the territory functions as the southernmost county-level division under the administration of Yancheng.

Geographical proximity significantly shapes the linguistic and culinary landscape of the region. The local speech patterns differ notably from Mandarin, sharing close linguistic ties with nearby areas such as Taizhou, Haiyan, Xinghua, and Dafeng. Geographically positioned near the Yellow Sea coast, the municipality features a local cuisine closely connected to the Huai-Yang style, characterized by mild flavors that contrast with many other regions in China, alongside local access to seafood.

The geography of Dongtai also encompasses notable cultural and natural landmarks rooted in its territory. Xi-xi ancient town serves as the cradle of the city and functions as a holy site for Buddhism. Additionally, the eastern coastal geography contains the Yellow Sea (Huanghai) National Park, complemented by nearby national everglade protection zones and precious animal protection areas. More information about the area is available through the Dongtai reference materials.

08 · Economy

Work and the economy in Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county‑level city in Jiangsu province, China. It lies on the Yellow Sea at latitude 32.85231 and longitude 120.30947 Wikipedia.

Dongtai’s Economy Relies on Its Coastal Position

The city’s geography channels economic activity toward maritime industries. With roughly 260 000 residents in the urban core and a broader population of about 1 170 000 in 2007, many inhabitants work in fishing, aquaculture, and related processing that draw on the Yellow Sea coastline.

Transport links reinforce this orientation. The Xinchang Railway traverses downtown, while China National Highway 204, Provincial Highway 333, and the G15 Shenyang–Haikou Expressway (the Coastal Expressway) connect Dongtai to the nearby ports of Nantong and Taizhou. Four international airports—Shanghai Pudong, Shanghai Hongqiao, Nanjing Lukou, and Yancheng Nanyang—lie within 200 km, facilitating export of seafood and manufactured goods.

Beyond marine sectors, the surrounding 23 towns support agriculture and light manufacturing, distributing economic benefits across the county‑level jurisdiction. The blend of coastal resources, rail and road infrastructure, and proximity to major urban markets underpins Dongtai’s diversified regional economy.

09 · Overview

Dongtai, in brief

Geographical Overview of Dongtai

Dongtai is a coastal county-level city located in the Chinese province of Jiangsu. Administered under the prefecture-level city of Yancheng, the city is positioned geographically at latitude 32.85231 and longitude 120.30947.

As the southernmost county-level division of Yancheng, Dongtai features a stretch of coastline along the Yellow Sea. Its regional boundaries connect the city to other prefecture-level divisions in the area, sharing its southern border with Nantong and its western border with Taizhou. The surrounding territory includes an urban core alongside suburban towns and rural regions distributed across the municipal jurisdiction.

Geographic access to the area is supported by transportation infrastructure crossing the territory, including the Xinchang Railway passing directly through the downtown area. Regional connectivity is further established via major roadways such as China National Highway 204, provincial highway No. 333, the Anqiang provincial road, and the G15 Shenyang–Haikou Expressway, which is alternatively known within Jiangsu as the Coastal Expressway.

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01 · Q&A

Where is Dongtai located and what are its coordinates?

Dongtai is situated in China at geographic coordinates 32.8523, 120.3095, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Dongtai?

Dongtai has a recorded population of approximately 262,873 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Dongtai?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Dongtai include ZH-CN, YUE, WUU, DTA, UG, ZA, with CNY used for local transactions.

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