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Average annual rainfall

Average annual rainfall (mm), estimated from SILO gridded climate records, 2019–2023.

About this measure

Source: SILO gridded climate data (Queensland Government (Long Paddock)), 2019–2023, CC BY 4.0. Explore the map below for local values.

Explore on the map

See how rainfall varies across Australia.

By statistical area 2 (sa2) By council (lga) By sub-region (sa3) By region (sa4) By capital city By state / territory

Highest areas

SA2 areas with the highest rainfall (latest data).

  1. Wooroonooran 4,745
  2. Babinda 4,108
  3. Innisfail 3,551
  4. Johnstone 3,546
  5. West Coast (Tas.) 3,347
  6. Daintree 2,882

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Frequently asked questions

How is Average annual rainfall measured?

Average annual rainfall (mm), estimated from SILO gridded climate records, 2019–2023. It is calculated as a percentage of the relevant population or dwellings, so it can be compared fairly between large and small areas.

How does Average annual rainfall vary across Australia?

Across the 2,450 SA2 areas with data, Average annual rainfall ranges from 120 to 4,745, with a typical (median) area at 842. Most areas cluster toward the lower end, with a smaller number of much higher areas stretching the range.

Where can I see Average annual rainfall for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Average annual rainfall down to statistical area 2 (sa2) and council (lga) level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

Cite this page

Queensland Government (Long Paddock). (2019–2023). Average annual rainfall [SILO gridded climate data]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0. https://censusatlas.au/indicator/climate-rainfall