Ellensburg (WA) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Ellensburg (WA). The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Ellensburg experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rain/snowfall, generally receiving 228 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Ellensburg, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate snow/rainfall, with an average of 39 mm of precipitation.

This snow/rainfall is distributed across 11 snowy/rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 4 mm over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

Annual Precipitation in the United States of America

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Ellensburg’s average annual precipitation is 228 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

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

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

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

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 Ellensburg (WA)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ellensburg (WA) Climate page.