Hara Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Hara, Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Hara has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1508 mm (59 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Hara, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 189 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 23 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 68 mm (2.7 in) over 15 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.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 Hara Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Japan: City Comparison
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.
Hara vs World: Rainfall Compared
Hara's average annual precipitation is 1508 mm (59 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Hara's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hara Climate page.
Hara Weather by Month
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Hara 3-Day Forecast
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