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How does Guizhou’s high altitude affect Guiyang’s summer temperatures?

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Guizhou’s high altitude significantly moderates the summer climate in its capital, Guiyang. Because of this elevation, combined with frequent cloudiness during the summer months, Guiyang experiences a mean July temperature of approximately 76 °F (24 °C). This temperature is notably lower than that of other cities located further east at the same latitude.1