Kings Canyon Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kings Canyon, Northern Territory, Australia. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Kings Canyon typically sees modest rainfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 283 mm (11 in). The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, as illustrated in the graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Kings Canyon can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 48 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation over 7 rainy days.

In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 4.4 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 36°C (97°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kings Canyon Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Australia: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm (39 in) precipitation. High: 600 mm (24 in) to 1000 mm (39 in). Moderate: 250 mm (9.8 in) to 600 mm (24 in). Low: less than 250 mm (9.8 in).

Kings Canyon vs World: Rainfall Compared

Kings Canyon's average annual precipitation is 283 mm (11 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

Interesting weather facts

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 Kings Canyon's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kings Canyon Climate page.

Current rainfall in Kings Canyon

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