Bendigo Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Bendigo receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 539 mm 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, September receives substantial rainfall, averaging 59 mm of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days.
In contrast, the drier season, March brings less rainfall, with 27 mm over 9 rainy days.September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 27°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Bendigo Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Australia
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Australia. 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
Bendigo’s average annual precipitation is 539 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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 Bendigo:
- 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 Bendigo’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Bendigo Climate page.
Current rainfall in Bendigo
