Clayton (GA) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Clayton, Georgia, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Clayton is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1780 mm (70 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, December, sees around 223 mm (8.8 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 121 mm (4.8 in) of rainfall.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Clayton Temperature page.

Clayton's average annual precipitation is 1780 mm (70 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

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