Perisher Valley Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Perisher Valley, New South Wales, Australia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Perisher Valley has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1069 mm of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, November, sees around 110 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 59 mm of rainfall.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 17°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Perisher Valley Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Australia
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Australia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Perisher Valley’s average annual precipitation is 1069 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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.
Global Precipitation Patterns
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm, with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm annually.
For more detailed information about Perisher Valley’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Perisher Valley Climate page.
Current rainfall in Perisher Valley
