Kushiro Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kushiro, Hokkaido, Japan. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Kushiro has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1179 mm (46 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Kushiro shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 166 mm (6.5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month September, distributed over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 48 mm (1.9 in) of snowfall over 17 snowy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kushiro 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.
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Kushiro vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kushiro's average annual precipitation is 1179 mm (46 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.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Kushiro:
- 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 Kushiro's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kushiro Climate page.
