Whitchurch Canonicorum Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Whitchurch Canonicorum, Dorset, United Kingdom. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Whitchurch Canonicorum receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 791 mm (31 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Whitchurch Canonicorum has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 80 mm (3.1 in), and the driest month, March, with 55 mm (2.2 in), is minimal.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). The city receives 104 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Whitchurch Canonicorum Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in the United Kingdom: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the United Kingdom. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Whitchurch Canonicorum vs World: Rainfall Compared
Whitchurch Canonicorum's average annual precipitation is 791 mm (31 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Whitchurch Canonicorum's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Whitchurch Canonicorum Climate page.
