Rossendale Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Rossendale, Lancashire, United Kingdom. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Rossendale experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1234 mm (49 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The wettest period in Rossendale occurs in December, which receives around 122 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Rossendale experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 84 mm (3.3 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C (46°F). The city receives 52 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Rossendale Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in the United Kingdom: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Rossendale vs World: Rainfall Compared
Rossendale's average annual precipitation is 1234 mm (49 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Rossendale:
- 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.
- "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 Rossendale's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Rossendale Climate page.
