Yamato Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Yamato, Amami Islands, Japan. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Yamato experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1718 mm (68 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Yamato shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 217 mm (8.5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month September, distributed over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 71 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall over 9 rainy days.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 131 hours of sunshine in this period. 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 Yamato Temperature page.

Yamato's average annual precipitation is 1718 mm (68 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Yamato:

• 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.

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