Shaoshan Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Shaoshan. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Shaoshan experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1681 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Shaoshan, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 290 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 52 mm over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

June, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 13°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Shaoshan Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in China

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Shaoshan’s average annual precipitation is 1681 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Shaoshan’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Shaoshan Climate page.