Qingtongxia Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Qingtongxia, China. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Qingtongxia tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 274 mm (11 in) of rain/snow per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Qingtongxia can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 57 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation over 9 rainy days.
In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.8 mm (0.1 in) of snowfall, spread across a single snowy day.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). The city receives 282 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 3°C (37°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Qingtongxia 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.
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Qingtongxia vs World: Rainfall Compared
Qingtongxia's average annual precipitation is 274 mm (11 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
- 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 Qingtongxia's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Qingtongxia Climate page.
