Kitchener (ON) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Kitchener receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 995 mm (39 in) annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Precipitation levels in Kitchener remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 102 mm (4 in) over 11 days. In February, this drops slightly to 67 mm (2.6 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 281 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kitchener Temperature page.

Kitchener's average annual precipitation is 995 mm (39 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

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 U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Kitchener (ON)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kitchener (ON) Climate page.