Morell (PE) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Morell, Prince Edward Island, Canada. 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.

Morell has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1235 mm (49 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Year-round, Morell has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 130 mm (5.1 in), and the driest month, July, with 81 mm (3.2 in), is minimal.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C (37°F). The city receives 77 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 22°C (72°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Morell Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Canada: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Canada. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm (39 in) precipitation. High: 600 mm (24 in) to 1000 mm (39 in). Moderate: 250 mm (9.8 in) to 600 mm (24 in). Low: less than 250 mm (9.8 in).

Morell vs World: Rainfall Compared

Morell's average annual precipitation is 1235 mm (49 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.

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.

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.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

Interesting weather facts

"Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Morell (PE)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Morell (PE) Climate page.

Current rainfall in Morell (PE)

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