Glenwood Springs (CO) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
With annual rain/snowfall averaging 489 mm (19 in), Glenwood Springs maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Glenwood Springs can be quite wet during September, receiving approximately 58 mm (2.3 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 17 mm (0.7 in) of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.
September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Glenwood Springs 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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Glenwood Springs vs World: Rainfall Compared
Glenwood Springs's average annual precipitation is 489 mm (19 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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 Glenwood Springs (CO)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Glenwood Springs (CO) Climate page.
