Kitimat Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Kitimat. 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.

Kitimat has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 3080 mm of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Kitimat can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 386 mm of precipitation over 21 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 146 mm of rainfall, spread across 15 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 13°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Kitimat Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Canada

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Kitimat’s average annual precipitation is 3080 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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 Kitimat:

• 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 Kitimat’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kitimat Climate page.