Oak Ridge (TN) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Oak Ridge (TN). The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Oak Ridge has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1398 mm of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
December, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C and receives 125 hours of sunshine. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 21°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Oak Ridge Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in the United States of America
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.
Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Oak Ridge’s average annual precipitation is 1398 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
Sea vs. Land Precipitation
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.
For more detailed information about Oak Ridge (TN)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Oak Ridge (TN) Climate page.
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