Nantan city Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Nantan city, Kyoto, 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.
Nantan city experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1838 mm (72 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Rainfall & Rainy Days
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 247 mm (9.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December brings less rainfall, with 90 mm (3.5 in) over 22 rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 145 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Nantan city 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.
Nantan city vs World: Rainfall Compared
Nantan city's average annual precipitation is 1838 mm (72 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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 Nantan city:
- 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 Nantan city's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Nantan city Climate page.
Nantan city Weather by Month
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Nantan city 3-Day Forecast
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