Lai Châu Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Lai Châu. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Lai Châu is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2500 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Lai Châu can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 463 mm of precipitation over 19 rainy days.

In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 52 mm of rainfall, spread across 5 rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C. The city receives 121 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 23°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Lai Châu Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Vietnam

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Vietnam. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Lai Châu’s average annual precipitation is 2500 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Lai Châu:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Lai Châu’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Lai Châu Climate page.