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Schaumburg (IL) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Schaumburg (IL). The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Schaumburg experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1045 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Schaumburg, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 124 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 47 mm over 10 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

June, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C and receives 311 hours of sunshine. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -1°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Schaumburg 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.

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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm precipitation. High: 600 mm to 1000 mm. Moderate: 250 mm to 600 mm. Low: less than 250 mm.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Schaumburg’s average annual precipitation is 1045 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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 Schaumburg (IL):

  • 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 Schaumburg (IL)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Schaumburg (IL) Climate page.


Current rainfall in Schaumburg (IL)

Wed   Dec 25
4°C | -1°C
SE 4 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
9°C | 2°C
S 4 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Fri   Dec 27
9°C | 5°C
SE 5 m/s
5.3 mm
overcast and rain

overcast and rain

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