Rizhao
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Rizhao month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Rizhao are typically May, June and October, with average daytime highs around 20–26°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 29°C), January the coldest (average low -3°C), and July the wettest (about 228 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4.8 | -2.7 | 16 | 7.5 |
| February | 6.4 | -1.3 | 20 | 7.9 |
| March | 12.1 | 3.8 | 29 | 8.8 |
| April | 17.2 | 9.6 | 41 | 9.1 |
| May | 22.2 | 15.0 | 48 | 9.3 |
| June | 25.8 | 20.0 | 89 | 9.4 |
| July | 28.4 | 24.2 | 228 | 9.0 |
| August | 29.2 | 24.2 | 187 | 9.2 |
| September | 25.8 | 19.5 | 111 | 8.8 |
| October | 19.6 | 12.5 | 56 | 7.2 |
| November | 13.8 | 6.4 | 29 | 7.2 |
| December | 6.6 | -1.0 | 16 | 7.4 |
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Previously
- Documented history · 2070
Rizhao belonged to the Dongyi people during the Xia and Shang dynasties (2070-1046 BC), and to Ju and Yue States in the Spring and Autumn period (770-476 BC) and the Warring States period (476-221 BC).
- Documented history · 1087
In 1087, during the Northern Song dynasty, Rizhao Town was established under Ju County, originating the name meaning "(the place that first receives the) sunshine" due to its eastern coastal location.
- Documented history · 1184
Rizhao County was set up in 1184 during the Jin dynasty.
- Documented history · 1940
In 1940, it came under the control of the Chinese Communist Party.
- Establishment of Rizhao Town
In 1087, during the Northern Song dynasty, Rizhao Town was established under Ju County, originating the name meaning sunshine.
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01 · OverviewRizhao, in brief
Rizhao is a prefecture-level city situated in the southeastern region of Shandong province, China. Positioned on the coastline along the Yellow Sea, the city features a major seaport known as the Port of Rizhao.
The name Rizhao literally translates to sunshine, originating from its eastern coastal location when Rizhao Town was established under Ju County in 1087 during the Northern Song dynasty. The territory borders Qingdao to the northeast, Weifang to the north, and Linyi to the west and southwest, while facing Korea and Japan across the Yellow Sea to the east. The administration of Rizhao encompasses four county-level divisions: Donggang District, Lanshan District, Ju County, and Wulian County.
The local economy and municipal identity are strongly tied to sustainability initiatives. Since the early 1990s, the city has mandated the incorporation of solar water heaters in all new buildings and renovated public buildings, overseeing the construction process to ensure proper installation. By 2007, ninety-nine percent of households in the central districts utilized solar water heaters, an effort that contributed to Rizhao being recognized by the United Nations as one of the most habitable cities in the world in 2009.
Demographic figures from the 2020 Chinese census recorded a total city population of 2,968,365 people, with 1,172,205 residents living within the urban area of Donggang District. By 2024, the resident population was estimated at 2,929,000. This followed a decade of growth from the 2010 Chinese census, which had recorded 2,801,013 residents, marking a total increase of 167,352 people and an average annual growth rate of 0.58%.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rizhao
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01 · Q&AWhere is Rizhao located and what are its coordinates?
Rizhao is situated in China at geographic coordinates 35.4141, 119.5291, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Rizhao?
Rizhao has a recorded population of approximately 661,943 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Rizhao?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Rizhao 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 Rizhao?
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