Fort Simpson Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories, Canada. 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.
Fort Simpson has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 408 mm of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 65 mm of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days.
In contrast, the drier season, March brings less snowfall, with 16 mm over 9 snowy days.July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C. The city receives 308 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of -5°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Fort Simpson Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Canada
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Canada. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Fort Simpson’s average annual precipitation is 408 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly 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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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 Fort Simpson’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fort Simpson Climate page.
Current rainfall in Fort Simpson
