Zhashui Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Zhashui, China. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Zhashui is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1180 mm (46 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Zhashui, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 196 mm (7.7 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 24 mm (0.9 in) over 6 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 181 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 3°C (37°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Zhashui Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in China: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across China. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Zhashui vs World: Rainfall Compared

Zhashui's average annual precipitation is 1180 mm (46 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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