Shediac (NB) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Shediac, New Brunswick, Canada. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Shediac experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1147 mm (45 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Precipitation levels in Shediac remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most snow, with 116 mm (4.6 in) over 16 days. In August, this drops slightly to 80 mm (3.1 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 2°C (36°F). The city receives 101 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Shediac Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Canada: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Canada. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Shediac vs World: Rainfall Compared
Shediac's average annual precipitation is 1147 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
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.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Shediac (NB)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Shediac (NB) Climate page.
