Ulan-Ude Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ulan-Ude, Buryatia, Russia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Ulan-Ude typically sees modest rain/snowfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 359 mm (14 in). The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, as illustrated in the graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Ulan-Ude, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). The city receives 248 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -16°C (3°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ulan-Ude Temperature page.

Ulan-Ude's average annual precipitation is 359 mm (14 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Ulan-Ude:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

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