Shika Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Shika, Ishikawa, Japan. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Shika has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2044 mm (80 in) of rainfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Shika experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 228 mm (9 in) in December, the wettest month, and 119 mm (4.7 in) in May, the driest month.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). The city receives 46 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Shika Temperature page.

Shika's average annual precipitation is 2044 mm (80 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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