Fountain Hills (AZ) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Fountain Hills, Arizona, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Fountain Hills is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 225 mm (8.9 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Fountain Hills can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 36 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation over 5 rainy days.
In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.5 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 241 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 40°C (104°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Fountain 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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Fountain Hills vs World: Rainfall Compared
Fountain Hills's average annual precipitation is 225 mm (8.9 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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 Fountain Hills (AZ)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fountain Hills (AZ) Climate page.
