Yushu
Decide whether to visit or live in Yushu, then explore current conditions, local people, the map, and concise sourced context.
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Suitable with normal precautions
Travel to Yushu is permitted, but visitors should be aware of the high altitude, limited medical facilities, and possible weather‑related disruptions. Follow local guidance, register with the nearest British embassy or consulate, and keep travel documents secure.
high source confidence · current planning signal, not a personal-safety guaranteeSee the evidence and calculation
- Current official alerts require extra planning
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Altitude sickness risk
- Limited healthcare access in remote areas
- Potential for sudden weather changes
- General political stability but occasional local protests
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Yushu month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Yushu are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 16–19°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 19°C), January the coldest (average low -20°C), and June the wettest (about 138 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -6.0 | -20.5 | 9 | 9.4 |
| February | -3.7 | -17.4 | 18 | 9.7 |
| March | -0.5 | -13.9 | 27 | 10.3 |
| April | 5.6 | -6.7 | 43 | 11.0 |
| May | 11.9 | -0.3 | 94 | 10.4 |
| June | 16.0 | 5.2 | 138 | 10.1 |
| July | 18.3 | 7.8 | 137 | 10.3 |
| August | 18.9 | 8.0 | 113 | 10.5 |
| September | 15.5 | 4.6 | 117 | 9.2 |
| October | 7.9 | -3.3 | 68 | 9.1 |
| November | -1.6 | -13.9 | 15 | 9.5 |
| December | -4.7 | -18.4 | 10 | 9.2 |
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People and places shaping Yushu
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Research updated Sunday, October 18, 2026Past and future events in Yushu
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No future event in Yushu currently has a sufficiently reliable date and source. This is checked again on every refresh.
Previously
- 2010 Yushu Earthquake
Magnitude 7.1 earthquake on 14 April 2010 that caused over 2,000 deaths and extensive damage in Yushu, Qinghai.
Sources checked (25)
- Yushu
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Interactive geography
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01 · DistrictsDistricts and local character in Yushu
Where is Yushu located?
Yushu is a city situated in China within the province of Qinghai. As a populated municipal center, it functions as the seat of Yushu City and also serves as a seat of the Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.
What areas comprise the local territory?
The urban and regional layout includes Gyêgu, which is alternatively known as Yushu Town. This specific location operates as the primary seat of Yushu City within Qinghai. Beyond the central prefecture seat, transport infrastructure in the area includes the Yushu Batang Airport.
How does daily movement navigate the region?
Daily movement through the municipality relies on established regional connections, including flights serviced by Yushu Batang Airport. Travelers and residents navigate between the urban seat of Yushu City, Gyêgu, and the broader expanses of the Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Qinghai. Administrative geography across China also includes other places sharing the designation, such as Yushu, Jilin, the Yushu Subdistrict in Panjin's Dawa District, and Yushu Town within Harbin's Daoli District. Further geographical references encompass a location in Iran within South Khorasan Province.
02 · OverviewYushu, in brief
Where is Yushu located and what characterizes the settlement?
Yushu is a city situated in China, specifically within the administrative division of Qinghai. Geographically positioned at latitude 33.00118 and longitude 97.00893, the locality functions within the Asia/Shanghai timezone.
How large is the population and what currencies and languages are used?
The settlement records a population of 141,308 residents. Transactions within the area utilize the CNY currency. Spoken and written communication across the region includes multiple languages, specifically zh-CN, yue, wuu, dta, ug, and za.
What administrative and geographic roles does Yushu hold?
Yushu is not designated as a capital. The municipal footprint is referenced in administrative records alongside the urban center of Gyêgu or Yushu Town, as well as infrastructure such as the Yushu Batang Airport.
How do daily movements and regional connections shape the locality?
Daily routines across the municipality involve residents navigating between local neighborhoods and transportation hubs like the regional airport. Beyond Qinghai, the toponym Yushu also designates other locations in China, including a city in Jilin, a subdistrict in Panjin, and a town in Harbin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yushu
Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.
01 · Q&AWhere is Yushu located and what are its coordinates?
Yushu is situated in China at geographic coordinates 33.0012, 97.0089, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Yushu?
Yushu has a recorded population of approximately 141,308 and observes the Asia/Shanghai time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Yushu?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Yushu 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 Yushu?
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