North Fort Myers (FL) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in North Fort Myers, Florida, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
North Fort Myers is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1495 mm (59 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, August receives substantial rainfall, averaging 293 mm (12 in) of precipitation, recorded across 25 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, November brings less rainfall, with 36 mm (1.4 in) over 5 rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our North Fort Myers 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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North Fort Myers vs World: Rainfall Compared
North Fort Myers's average annual precipitation is 1495 mm (59 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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 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 North Fort Myers (FL)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our North Fort Myers (FL) Climate page.
