Montpelier (VT) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Montpelier, Vermont, United States of America. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Montpelier has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1129 mm (44 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Montpelier can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 142 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast November, experiences much drier conditions, with 60 mm (2.4 in) of snow/rainfall, spread across 11 snowy/rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). The city receives 305 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 8°C (46°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Montpelier Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in the United States of America: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the United States of America. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Montpelier vs World: Rainfall Compared
Montpelier's average annual precipitation is 1129 mm (44 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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 Montpelier (VT)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Montpelier (VT) Climate page.
