Fraisthorpe Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Fraisthorpe, East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Fraisthorpe has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 817 mm (32 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Fraisthorpe offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between November (89 mm (3.5 in)) and May (49 mm (1.9 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). The city receives 64 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Fraisthorpe Temperature page.

Fraisthorpe's average annual precipitation is 817 mm (32 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Fraisthorpe's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fraisthorpe Climate page.