Woolacombe Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Woolacombe. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Woolacombe has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1179 mm of rainfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Woolacombe experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 135 mm in December, the wettest month, and 69 mm in May, the driest month.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. The city receives 49 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Woolacombe Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in the United Kingdom

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Woolacombe’s average annual precipitation is 1179 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

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

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

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Woolacombe:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Woolacombe’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Woolacombe Climate page.