Earth City (MO) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Earth City, Missouri, United States of America. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Earth City is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1109 mm (44 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Earth City shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 127 mm (5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 45 mm (1.8 in) of snow/rainfall over 7 snowy/rainy days.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 225 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Earth City Temperature page.

Earth City's average annual precipitation is 1109 mm (44 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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 Earth City (MO)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Earth City (MO) Climate page.