Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Grand Canyon
Over the course of the year, Grand Canyon experiences 313 mm of rain/snow across 69 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.
Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days
August is usually the wettest with 58 mm of rain over 12 rainy days, whereas June averages 7.2 mm during its 2 rainy days.
Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide
Grand Canyon's average annual precipitation falls over 69 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Cairo, Egypt, there are only about 16 precipitation days annually, making it one of the driest capitals in the world.
Singapore, Singapore, records about 175 precipitation days per year, with rain spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
The city of Rome, Italy, averages 131 precipitation days annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Every year, the city of New York, USA, records about 130 precipitation days, with rainfall evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Seoul, South Korea, the city experiences 106 precipitation days annually, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Perth, Australia, sees approximately 103 precipitation days annually, mostly during the winter months.
Fun facts about Rain from Around the World
Let’s explore more fascinating precipitation records:
- Tutunendo, Colombia, gets about 340 days of rain every year, which arguably makes it the wettest place in the world.
- On Réunion Island, a tropical cyclone generated 1825 mm in just 24 hours.
- Singapore receives thunder on 167 days in the year and is considered one of the most thunderous cities in the world.
- The smallest drops that fall are called drizzle drops, and they have a diameter of 0.5 mm.
- Some heavy storms generate "diamond dust," which consists of very small ice crystals that float in the air.
For more detailed information about rainfall patterns in Grand Canyon, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.