Gatehouse of Fleet Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Gatehouse of Fleet, Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Gatehouse of Fleet has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1418 mm (56 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Gatehouse of Fleet offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between October (151 mm (5.9 in)) and May (86 mm (3.4 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Gatehouse of Fleet Temperature page.

Gatehouse of Fleet's average annual precipitation is 1418 mm (56 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• 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 Gatehouse of Fleet's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gatehouse of Fleet Climate page.