New Town (ND) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in New Town, North Dakota, United States of America. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

New Town maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, with an average annual precipitation of 481 mm (19 in). However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct seasonal patterns visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in New Town shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 10 mm (0.4 in) of snow/rainfall over 6 snowy/rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our New Town Temperature page.

New Town's average annual precipitation is 481 mm (19 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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 New Town (ND)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our New Town (ND) Climate page.