Morin Heights (QC) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Morin Heights, Quebec, Canada. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Morin Heights is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1278 mm (50 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Precipitation levels in Morin Heights remain relatively steady throughout the year. July has the most rain, with 124 mm (4.9 in) over 13 days. In February, this drops slightly to 79 mm (3.1 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 272 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -4°C (25°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Morin Heights Temperature page.

Morin Heights's average annual precipitation is 1278 mm (50 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 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.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

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