Wajima Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Wajima, Ishikawa, Japan. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Wajima has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1944 mm (77 in) of rainfall annually.
Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 221 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, May, still receives a respectable 113 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 157 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Wajima Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Japan: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Japan. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Wajima vs World: Rainfall Compared
Wajima's average annual precipitation is 1944 mm (77 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Wajima's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Wajima Climate page.
Wajima Weather by Month
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Wajima 3-Day Forecast
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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