Cambridge (ON) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, Cambridge receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 976 mm (38 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Cambridge occurs in June, which receives around 101 mm (4 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, February, Cambridge experiences moderate snowfall, totaling approximately 65 mm (2.6 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 281 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 1°C (34°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cambridge Temperature page.

Cambridge's average annual precipitation is 976 mm (38 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

• 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 Cambridge (ON)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cambridge (ON) Climate page.