Changhua City Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Changhua City, Changhua County, Taiwan. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Changhua City experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1943 mm (76 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Changhua City, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 314 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 50 mm (2 in) over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 191 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Changhua City Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Taiwan: City Comparison

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

Changhua City vs World: Rainfall Compared

Changhua City's average annual precipitation is 1943 mm (76 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

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