South Shields Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
On average, South Shields receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 745 mm (29 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Despite minor fluctuations, South Shields enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In August, you can expect around 73 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation, while in March, South Shields receives about 50 mm (2 in).
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 173 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our South Shields 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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South Shields vs World: Rainfall Compared
South Shields's average annual precipitation is 745 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
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.
- 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 South Shields's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our South Shields Climate page.
