Stowe (VT) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Stowe, Vermont, 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.

Stowe has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1247 mm (49 in) of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Stowe offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between July (149 mm (5.9 in)) and January (72 mm (2.8 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). The city receives 305 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -3°C (27°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Stowe Temperature page.

Stowe's average annual precipitation is 1247 mm (49 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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 Stowe (VT)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Stowe (VT) Climate page.