Liaoyang
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Liaoyang month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Liaoyang are typically April, May and September, with average daytime highs around 18–24°C. July is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), January the coldest (average low -13°C), and August the wettest (about 207 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3.3 | -13.0 | 7 | 8.1 |
| February | 0.8 | -9.0 | 10 | 8.8 |
| March | 10.3 | -1.4 | 15 | 9.7 |
| April | 17.8 | 5.8 | 40 | 9.7 |
| May | 24.3 | 12.8 | 73 | 10.1 |
| June | 28.3 | 18.1 | 112 | 10.3 |
| July | 30.3 | 22.0 | 174 | 9.8 |
| August | 28.3 | 20.4 | 207 | 9.0 |
| September | 24.1 | 14.7 | 93 | 9.1 |
| October | 16.0 | 5.9 | 46 | 8.5 |
| November | 6.7 | -2.4 | 42 | 7.3 |
| December | -1.8 | -10.3 | 8 | 7.7 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 1189
Among these is the White Pagoda (baita), which dates back to 1189 in the Liao Dynasty with additions during the Yuan dynasty.
- Documented history · 1621
Liaoyang was one of the first Ming cities to fall and Nurhaci, the new Emperor of the Later Jin dynasty, made his capital there naming the city Dongjing in 1621.
- Documented history · 1625
As the Manchu expanded, they again moved the capital to Shenyang in 1625.
- Documented history · 1900
The year 1900 saw the Boxer Rebellion in China.
- Construction of White Pagoda
The White Pagoda (baita) dates back to 1189 in the Liao Dynasty with later additions during the Yuan dynasty.
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01 · OverviewLiaoyang, in brief
Where is Liaoyang located?
Liaoyang is a prefecture-level city situated in east-central Liaoning province, China, along the Taizi River. Positioned approximately one hour south of the provincial capital of Shenyang by car, the city operates within the Asia/Shanghai timezone using the CNY currency and functions at latitude 41.27194 and longitude 123.17306.
What defines the population of Liaoyang?
Liaoyang records a total population of 687,890 residents. According to population statistics from 2020, residents aged 0 to 14 represent 9.83 percent of the populace, while individuals aged 15 to 59 account for 62.26 percent. Older demographics make up a substantial portion of the community, with residents aged 60 and above comprising 27.91 percent and those aged 65 and above accounting for 19.46 percent.
How does the economy function in the present day?
Economic activity in Liaoyang has historically encountered severe structural strains, notably illustrated by widespread labor protests in March 2002. These demonstrations arose from the bankruptcy and liquidation of the Liaoyang Ferroalloy Factory, known as Liaotie, which triggered grievances among workers from at least seven different local industrial plants—including failing textile, chemical, piston, instruments, leather, and precision tool operations. Protesters cited widespread layoffs, unpaid employee wages, pensions, unemployment benefits, and local government corruption. Subsequent government actions involved dispersing the protests under martial law, imprisoning worker representatives Xiao Yunliang and Yao Fuxin, paying a portion of the owed funds, and sentencing Liaotie manager Fan Yicheng to prison for smuggling and fraudulent dereliction of duty.
What educational and civic infrastructure supports the city?
Educational institutions in Liaoyang include a number of vocational colleges alongside Liaoning University's College of Foreign Studies. For civic and recreational events, the city utilizes a modern sports facility that hosts a limited number of professional basketball and volleyball games.
Frequently Asked Questions about Liaoyang
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01 · Q&AWhere is Liaoyang located and what are its coordinates?
Liaoyang is situated in China at geographic coordinates 41.2719, 123.1731, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Liaoyang?
Liaoyang has a recorded population of approximately 687,890 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Liaoyang?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Liaoyang include ZH-CN, YUE, WUU, DTA, UG, ZA, with CNY used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Liaoyang?
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