Richmond Hill (GA) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Richmond Hill (GA). The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Richmond Hill has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1195 mm of rainfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Richmond Hill, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 199 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 54 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C and receives 245 hours of sunshine. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 21°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Richmond Hill Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in the United States of America

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Richmond Hill’s average annual precipitation is 1195 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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 Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Richmond Hill (GA):

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

For more detailed information about Richmond Hill (GA)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Richmond Hill (GA) Climate page.