Oakhurst (CA) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Oakhurst, California, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

On average, Oakhurst receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 683 mm (27 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Oakhurst can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 144 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.2 mm (0.05 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C (55°F). The city receives 127 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 35°C (95°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Oakhurst Temperature page.

Oakhurst's average annual precipitation is 683 mm (27 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Oakhurst (CA):

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• 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 Oakhurst (CA)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Oakhurst (CA) Climate page.