Fairlawn (OH) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Fairlawn (OH). 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.

Fairlawn is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1101 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Fairlawn can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 130 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 59 mm of snow/rainfall, spread across 16 snowy/rainy days.

June, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 1°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Fairlawn Temperature page.

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

Fairlawn’s average annual precipitation is 1101 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

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

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Fairlawn (OH):

• 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.

For more detailed information about Fairlawn (OH)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fairlawn (OH) Climate page.