Watford City (ND) Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Watford City (ND). 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.

Watford City's climate is marked by below-average rain/snowfall, accumulating 431 mm of precipitation yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Watford City, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 84 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 11 mm over 7 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

Annual Precipitation in the United States of America

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Watford City’s average annual precipitation is 431 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Interesting weather facts

• 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 Watford City (ND)’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Watford City (ND) Climate page.