Changjiang Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Changjiang, China. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Changjiang is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1554 mm (61 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Changjiang, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 305 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 15 mm (0.6 in) over 7 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). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Changjiang Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in China: City Comparison

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

Changjiang vs World: Rainfall Compared

Changjiang's average annual precipitation is 1554 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

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.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• 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.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

For more detailed information about Changjiang's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Changjiang Climate page.