Novyy Sochi Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Novyy Sochi, Russia. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Novyy Sochi experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1424 mm (56 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Novyy Sochi experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 161 mm (6.3 in) in January, the wettest month, and 77 mm (3 in) in August, the driest month.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). The city receives 97 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Novyy Sochi 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.
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Novyy Sochi vs World: Rainfall Compared
Novyy Sochi's average annual precipitation is 1424 mm (56 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
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.
- 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 Novyy Sochi's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Novyy Sochi Climate page.