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Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Newton Stewart

Over the course of the year, Newton Stewart experiences 1392 mm of rain across 221 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

October is usually the wettest with 146 mm of rain over 21 rainy days, whereas May averages 85 mm during its 17 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

On average, Newton Stewart receives over 221 days of precipitation annually. For comparison, here is some data from popular tourist destinations around the world:

In Cairo, Egypt, there are only about 16 precipitation days annually, making it one of the driest capitals in the world.

In Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.

In Athens, Greece, it rains around 70 days in the year; therefore, it is one of the driest Mediterranean cities, mainly dominated by winter rainfall.

Every year, the city of New York, USA, records about 130 precipitation days, with rainfall evenly distributed throughout the year.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 198 precipitation days annually, with wetter summers compared to winter.

Melbourne, Australia, has about 120 precipitation days annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Rain Facts From Around the Globe

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 Newton Stewart, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.


Current rainfall in Newton Stewart

Wednesday
19 Feb
Light rain
Light rain
6°C
1.6 mm
Thursday
20 Feb
Rain showers
Rain showers
11°C
9.8 mm
Friday
21 Feb
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
10°C
21 mm

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