Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Chino, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Chino experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1562 mm (61 in) of precipitation annually.
Chino can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 192 mm (7.6 in) of precipitation over 22 rainy days.
In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 76 mm (3 in) of snow/rainfall, spread across 15 snowy/rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 164 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Chino Temperature page.
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.
Chino's average annual precipitation is 1562 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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:
For more detailed information about Chino's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Chino Climate page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chino - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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