Little River (SC) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Little River, South Carolina, United States of America. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Little River is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1280 mm (50 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 150 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, spread over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 69 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall spread across 9 rainy days.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C (84°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Little River Temperature page.

Little River's average annual precipitation is 1280 mm (50 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

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.

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 Little River (SC)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Little River (SC) Climate page.