Arcadia Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Arcadia, Queensland, Australia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Arcadia has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1145 mm (45 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Arcadia, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 296 mm (12 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 17 mm (0.7 in) over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). The city receives 202 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Arcadia Temperature page.

Arcadia's average annual precipitation is 1145 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

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