Yokkaichi Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Yokkaichi, Mie, Japan. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Yokkaichi has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1766 mm (70 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 244 mm (9.6 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December brings less rainfall, with 64 mm (2.5 in) over 14 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). The city receives 151 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 Yokkaichi Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Japan: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Japan. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Yokkaichi vs World: Rainfall Compared
Yokkaichi's average annual precipitation is 1766 mm (70 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 Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Yokkaichi's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Yokkaichi Climate page.
