Lexington (MA) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Lexington, Massachusetts, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Lexington has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1223 mm (48 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Lexington occurs in December, which receives around 131 mm (5.2 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, September, Lexington experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 81 mm (3.2 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C (43°F). The city receives 141 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Lexington Temperature page.

Lexington's average annual precipitation is 1223 mm (48 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Lexington (MA)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Lexington (MA) Climate page.