Cornwall (PE) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cornwall, Prince Edward Island, Canada. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Cornwall has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1140 mm (45 in) of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Precipitation levels in Cornwall remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most snow/rain, with 118 mm (4.6 in) over 19 days. In July, this drops slightly to 78 mm (3.1 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 2°C (36°F). The city receives 77 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cornwall Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Canada: City Comparison

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

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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm (39 in) precipitation. High: 600 mm (24 in) to 1000 mm (39 in). Moderate: 250 mm (9.8 in) to 600 mm (24 in). Low: less than 250 mm (9.8 in).

Cornwall vs World: Rainfall Compared

Cornwall's average annual precipitation is 1140 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

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

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

Interesting weather facts

"Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

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

Current rainfall in Cornwall (PE)

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