Hohhot Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, China. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Hohhot tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 449 mm (18 in) of rain/snow per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Hohhot can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 102 mm (4 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 5.2 mm (0.2 in) of snowfall, spread across 3 snowy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C (82°F). The city receives 265 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -5°C (23°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Hohhot Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in July
Explore Hohhot's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Hohhot spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
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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Hohhot vs World: Rainfall Compared
Hohhot's average annual precipitation is 449 mm (18 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.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
- 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 Hohhot's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hohhot Climate page.
