Smithfield (RI) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Smithfield, Rhode Island, United States of America. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Smithfield is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1288 mm (51 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Precipitation levels in Smithfield remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 139 mm (5.5 in) over 14 days. In May, this drops slightly to 86 mm (3.4 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 276 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Smithfield Temperature page.

Smithfield's average annual precipitation is 1288 mm (51 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Smithfield (RI):

• 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 Smithfield (RI)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Smithfield (RI) Climate page.