Portage La Prairie (MB) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, Canada. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

On average, Portage La Prairie receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 630 mm (25 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))

The climate in Portage La Prairie shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 99 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 12 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 21 mm (0.8 in) of snowfall over 8 snowy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -7°C (19°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Portage La Prairie Temperature page.

Portage La Prairie's average annual precipitation is 630 mm (25 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

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 (118 in) of rain annually.

Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) 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 (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Portage La Prairie (MB)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Portage La Prairie (MB) Climate page.