Golmud Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Golmud, Qinghai, 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.
Golmud has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Golmud shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 26 mm (1 in) of precipitation during the wettest month July, distributed over 8 rainy days.
In contrast, November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 3.1 mm (0.1 in) of snow/rainfall over a single snowy/rainy day.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Golmud 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.
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Golmud vs World: Rainfall Compared
Golmud's average annual precipitation is 137 mm (5.4 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Golmud:
- 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 Golmud's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Golmud Climate page.
