Douglass Hills (KY) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Douglass Hills, Kentucky, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Douglass Hills has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1403 mm (55 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
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, April, sees around 164 mm (6.5 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, February, still receives a respectable 81 mm (3.2 in) of rainfall.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 224 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Douglass Hills Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in the United States of America: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Douglass Hills vs World: Rainfall Compared
Douglass Hills's average annual precipitation is 1403 mm (55 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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 Douglass Hills (KY):
- 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.
- 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 Douglass Hills (KY)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Douglass Hills (KY) Climate page.
