148 RAINFALL AT CLIFTON IN 1877. 



more than a passing interest. The observations upon which these 

 averages are founded, have been continued without a break for 

 twenty-five years — a period which may be considered long enough 

 to ensure trustworthy resuhs. 



The average rainfall for the whole year at Clifton, as deduced 

 from these twenty-five years' observations, is 33.3 19 inches. The 

 monthly averages differ widely. From April, the driest month, 

 with 2.057 inches, the quantity increases month by month until 

 October, the wettest month, with 3.646 inches. Between 

 October and April the fluctuations are irregular. February, 

 March, April and May are all dry months. August, September 

 and October are relatively wet months. 



The aggregate depth of rain in the 25 years has beea little 

 short of 70 feet. 



