Carrollton (OH) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Carrollton, Ohio, United States of America. 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.

Carrollton has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1064 mm (42 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Carrollton offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between June (134 mm (5.3 in)) and November (62 mm (2.4 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Carrollton Temperature page.

Carrollton's average annual precipitation is 1064 mm (42 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Carrollton (OH):

• 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.

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