Petrie Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Petrie. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Petrie is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1011 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Petrie can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 159 mm of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 33 mm of rainfall, spread across 7 rainy days.

February, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 29°C and receives 233 hours of sunshine. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 22°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Petrie 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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Petrie’s average annual precipitation is 1011 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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 Petrie’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Petrie Climate page.