Sunshine Bay Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sunshine Bay, New South Wales, Australia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Sunshine Bay has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 953 mm (38 in) of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Sunshine Bay can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 121 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation over 12 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 55 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall, spread across 9 rainy days.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 16°C (61°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sunshine Bay Temperature page.

Sunshine Bay's average annual precipitation is 953 mm (38 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.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Sunshine Bay:

• 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 Sunshine Bay's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sunshine Bay Climate page.