Changde Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Changde, Hunan, China. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Changde has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1547 mm (61 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Changde, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 246 mm (9.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Changde Temperature page.

Changde's average annual precipitation is 1547 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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.

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