Neryungri Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Neryungri, Russia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Neryungri experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 704 mm (28 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Neryungri, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives high rainfall, with an average of 129 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 11 mm (0.4 in) over 19 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -24°C (-11°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Neryungri Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Russia: City Comparison

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

Neryungri vs World: Rainfall Compared

Neryungri's average annual precipitation is 704 mm (28 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

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.

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 Neryungri's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Neryungri Climate page.