Latham (NY) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Latham, New York State, United States of America. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Latham has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1129 mm (44 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Latham shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 142 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 57 mm (2.2 in) of snowfall over 13 snowy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 0°C (32°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Latham Temperature page.

Latham's average annual precipitation is 1129 mm (44 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.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

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