Hawarden Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Hawarden, Canterbury, New Zealand. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Hawarden has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1025 mm (40 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The wettest period in Hawarden occurs in October, which receives around 104 mm (4.1 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Hawarden experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 70 mm (2.8 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). The city receives 204 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 19°C (66°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Hawarden Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in New Zealand: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across New Zealand. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Hawarden vs World: Rainfall Compared
Hawarden's average annual precipitation is 1025 mm (40 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.
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.
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.
- 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 Hawarden's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hawarden Climate page.
