Daintree Village Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Daintree Village, Queensland, Australia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Daintree Village experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1702 mm (67 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct dry and rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Daintree Village, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 372 mm (15 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 15 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 25 mm (1 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 30°C (86°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Daintree Village Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Australia: City Comparison

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

Daintree Village vs World: Rainfall Compared

Daintree Village's average annual precipitation is 1702 mm (67 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

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

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

• 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 Daintree Village's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Daintree Village Climate page.