Fort William Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Fort William. 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.

Fort William is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2065 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Fort William offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between January (232 mm) and April (125 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

January, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C and receives 33 hours of sunshine. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 11°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Fort William Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in the United Kingdom

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Fort William’s average annual precipitation is 2065 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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 Fort William’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fort William Climate page.