Wairoa Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Wairoa. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Wairoa has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1128 mm of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The wettest period in Wairoa occurs in July, which receives around 113 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, December, Wairoa experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 79 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C. The city receives 137 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 22°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Wairoa Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in New Zealand
The map below shows the annual precipitation across New Zealand. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Wairoa’s average annual precipitation is 1128 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
How is Precipitation Measured?
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.
Global Precipitation Patterns
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm, with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm annually.
For more detailed information about Wairoa’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Wairoa Climate page.
Current rainfall in Wairoa
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