Stockton (CA) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Stockton, California, United States of America. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Stockton tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 333 mm (13 in) of rain per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Stockton can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 70 mm (2.8 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 0 mm (0 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C (55°F). The city receives 141 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Stockton Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in the United States of America: City Comparison
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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Stockton vs World: Rainfall Compared
Stockton's average annual precipitation is 333 mm (13 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- 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 Stockton (CA)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Stockton (CA) Climate page.
