Prescott (AZ) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Prescott, Arizona, United States of America. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Prescott typically sees modest rain/snowfall throughout the year, with an average annual precipitation of 419 mm (16 in). The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, as illustrated in the graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Prescott shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 82 mm (3.2 in) of precipitation during the wettest month July, distributed over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 4.5 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 31°C (88°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Prescott Temperature page.

Prescott's average annual precipitation is 419 mm (16 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.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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 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.

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