Pearl River (LA) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pearl River, Louisiana, United States of America. 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.
Pearl River has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1503 mm (59 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Pearl River can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 201 mm (7.9 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.
In contrast November, experiences much drier conditions, with 69 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). The city receives 251 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pearl River 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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Pearl River vs World: Rainfall Compared
Pearl River's average annual precipitation is 1503 mm (59 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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 Pearl River (LA)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pearl River (LA) Climate page.
