Hatfield (MA) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Hatfield, Massachusetts, 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.
Hatfield experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1218 mm (48 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 136 mm (5.4 in) of precipitation, spread over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, November experiences a drier climate, with about 74 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall spread across 8 rainy days.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). The city receives 274 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Hatfield 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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Hatfield vs World: Rainfall Compared
Hatfield's average annual precipitation is 1218 mm (48 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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 Hatfield (MA)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hatfield (MA) Climate page.
