La Pocatiere (QC) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Pocatiere, Quebec, Canada. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

La Pocatiere has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1148 mm (45 in) of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in La Pocatiere occurs in October, which receives around 122 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, February, La Pocatiere experiences moderate snowfall, totaling approximately 76 mm (3 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -4°C (25°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Pocatiere Temperature page.

La Pocatiere's average annual precipitation is 1148 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

• 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 La Pocatiere (QC)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Pocatiere (QC) Climate page.