Kings Beach (CA) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Kings Beach (CA). The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, Kings Beach receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 586 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Kings Beach can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 116 mm of precipitation over 15 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 5.4 mm of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.

December, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 5°C and receives 187 hours of sunshine. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 25°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Kings Beach 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

Kings Beach’s average annual precipitation is 586 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Kings Beach (CA):

• 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.

For more detailed information about Kings Beach (CA)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kings Beach (CA) Climate page.