Dunhuang Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Dunhuang, Gansu, 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.
Dunhuang has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 50 mm of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Precipitation levels in Dunhuang remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 11 mm over 3 days. In October, this drops slightly to 1.3 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. The city receives 313 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 19°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Dunhuang Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in China
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.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Dunhuang’s average annual precipitation is 50 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
How is Precipitation Measured?
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.
Interesting weather facts
- "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 wide and 20 cm 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 fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Dunhuang’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Dunhuang Climate page.
Current rainfall in Dunhuang
