Zitong Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Zitong. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Zitong has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1164 mm of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The climate in Zitong shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 285 mm of precipitation during the wettest month July, distributed over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 17 mm of rainfall over 8 rainy days.July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 12°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Zitong Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in China
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.





Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Zitong’s average annual precipitation is 1164 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
How is Precipitation Measured?
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.
Sea vs. Land Precipitation
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.
For more detailed information about Zitong’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Zitong Climate page.