Pyong Yang Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pyong Yang, North Korea. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Pyong Yang has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1065 mm (42 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))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 277 mm (11 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less snowfall, with 15 mm (0.6 in) over 5 snowy days.July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 210 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 1°C (34°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pyong Yang Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Explore Pyong Yang's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Pyong Yang spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in North Korea: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across North Korea. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Pyong Yang vs World: Rainfall Compared
Pyong Yang's average annual precipitation is 1065 mm (42 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Pyong Yang's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pyong Yang Climate page.
