Qinhuangdao Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Qinhuangdao, Hebei, 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.

Generally, Qinhuangdao receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 652 mm (26 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Qinhuangdao can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 174 mm (6.9 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 4.5 mm (0.2 in) of snowfall, spread across 2 snowy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Qinhuangdao Temperature page.

Qinhuangdao's average annual precipitation is 652 mm (26 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

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