Launceston Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Launceston. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Launceston has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 776 mm of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Year-round, Launceston has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, August, with 82 mm, and the driest month, March, with 52 mm, is minimal.

August, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 21°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Launceston Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Tasmania

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Launceston’s average annual precipitation is 776 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Launceston:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

For more detailed information about Launceston’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Launceston Climate page.