Buyeo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Buyeo, Chungcheongnam-Do, South 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.

Buyeo has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1232 mm (49 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 seasons in Buyeo, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 271 mm (11 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 26 mm (1 in) over 9 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 142 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Buyeo Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in South Korea: City Comparison

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

Buyeo vs World: Rainfall Compared

Buyeo's average annual precipitation is 1232 mm (49 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Buyeo:

• 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.

• "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 Buyeo's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Buyeo Climate page.