Tahoe Keys Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tahoe Keys, United States of America. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Tahoe Keys experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 550 mm (22 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly visible in our monthly breakdown below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Tahoe Keys can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 103 mm (4.1 in) of precipitation over 14 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 7 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C (43°F). The city receives 187 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tahoe Keys 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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Tahoe Keys vs World: Rainfall Compared
Tahoe Keys's average annual precipitation is 550 mm (22 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.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Tahoe Keys's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tahoe Keys Climate page.
