Highland Falls (NY) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Highland Falls (NY). The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Highland Falls is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1331 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Highland Falls offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between August (145 mm) and November (83 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

August, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 28°C. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 11°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Highland Falls Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in the United States of America

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Highland Falls’s average annual precipitation is 1331 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Highland Falls (NY)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Highland Falls (NY) Climate page.