Maleny Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Maleny. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Maleny has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1048 mm of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Maleny can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 166 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 35 mm of rainfall, spread across 8 rainy days.February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 21°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Maleny Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Australia
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.





Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Maleny’s average annual precipitation is 1048 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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 Maleny:
- 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 Maleny’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Maleny Climate page.