Campbellsville (KY) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Campbellsville, Kentucky, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Campbellsville is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1399 mm (55 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Campbellsville shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 172 mm (6.8 in) of precipitation during the wettest month July, distributed over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 79 mm (3.1 in) of rainfall over 11 rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Campbellsville Temperature page.

Campbellsville's average annual precipitation is 1399 mm (55 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• 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.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

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