Pohang Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-Do, South Korea. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Pohang has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1164 mm (46 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct dry season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Pohang shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 203 mm (8 in) of precipitation during the wettest month August, distributed over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 28 mm (1.1 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 179 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pohang Temperature page.

Pohang's average annual precipitation is 1164 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• 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.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

For more detailed information about Pohang's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pohang Climate page.