Shizuishan Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Shizuishan, China. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Shizuishan maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, with an average annual precipitation of 291 mm (11 in). However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct seasonal patterns visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Shizuishan can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 63 mm (2.5 in) of precipitation over 9 rainy days.

In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 2.2 mm (0.1 in) of snowfall, spread across a single snowy day.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). The city receives 282 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 1°C (34°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Shizuishan Temperature page.

Shizuishan's average annual precipitation is 291 mm (11 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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