Điện Biên Phủ Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Điện Biên Phủ. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Điện Biên Phủ has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1849 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 385 mm of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days.

In contrast, the drier season, February brings less rainfall, with 29 mm over 6 rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. The city receives 135 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 26°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Điện Biên Phủ Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Vietnam

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Vietnam. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Điện Biên Phủ’s average annual precipitation is 1849 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

How is Precipitation Measured?

Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.

Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Điện Biên Phủ:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

For more detailed information about Điện Biên Phủ’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Điện Biên Phủ Climate page.