Shehong Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Shehong, China. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Shehong has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1188 mm (47 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Shehong shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 267 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month July, distributed over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 22 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall over 10 rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). 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 Shehong Temperature page.

Shehong's average annual precipitation is 1188 mm (47 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.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

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