Ninghai Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ninghai, Zhejiang, China. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Ninghai experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1709 mm (67 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Ninghai, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 308 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 68 mm (2.7 in) over 12 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 149 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ninghai Temperature page.

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.

Ninghai vs World: Rainfall Compared

Ninghai's average annual precipitation is 1709 mm (67 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 Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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 Ninghai:

• 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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

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