Rockhampton Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Rockhampton receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 728 mm (29 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))
Rockhampton can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 146 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.
In contrast September, experiences much drier conditions, with 24 mm (0.9 in) of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Rockhampton Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
49-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Rockhampton's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Rockhampton spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Australia: City Comparison
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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Rockhampton vs World: Rainfall Compared
Rockhampton's average annual precipitation is 728 mm (29 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.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
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.
- "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 Rockhampton's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Rockhampton Climate page.
