Greenhead Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Greenhead, United Kingdom. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Greenhead has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1055 mm (42 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Precipitation levels in Greenhead remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 102 mm (4 in) over 20 days. In March, this drops slightly to 76 mm (3 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C (45°F). The city receives 53 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Greenhead Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in the United Kingdom: City Comparison
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.
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Greenhead vs World: Rainfall Compared
Greenhead's average annual precipitation is 1055 mm (42 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Greenhead's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Greenhead Climate page.
