Coles Bay Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Coles Bay. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

On average, Coles Bay receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 626 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. November brings wetter days averaging 65 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 38 mm of rainfall spread across 15 rainy days.

November, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Coles Bay Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Tasmania

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Tasmania. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Coles Bay’s average annual precipitation is 626 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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.

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

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.

Interesting weather facts

• 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 Coles Bay’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Coles Bay Climate page.