Heddon on the Wall Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Heddon on the Wall, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
On average, Heddon on the Wall receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 838 mm (33 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Heddon on the Wall has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, August, with 83 mm (3.3 in), and the driest month, March, with 56 mm (2.2 in), is minimal.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 169 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 10°C (50°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Heddon on the Wall 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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Heddon on the Wall vs World: Rainfall Compared
Heddon on the Wall's average annual precipitation is 838 mm (33 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- 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 Heddon on the Wall's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Heddon on the Wall Climate page.
