Precipitation is low, averaging between 225-400 mm (8.9-15.7 in), with higher elevation areas and areas to the north-east receiving greater precipitation.

Julian has more extreme temperatures and greater precipitation than San Diego, and receives snow in winter.

The warmer months usually see greater precipitation.

As of 2010, the salmon run has shown slight signs of improvement, probably because of that year's greater precipitation.

Higher elevations, about about 5,000 feet (1500 mts), may have greater precipitation but also have cooler temperatures, shorter growing seasons, and less fertile soils.

Because of its altitude (elevation 1,629 m), Chã is blessed with milder temperatures and greater precipitation than surrounding areas.

Besides lower temperatures, the weather service predicted more storms and greater precipitation in the Northeast.

The northern half of the Central Valley receives greater precipitation than the semidesert southern half.

It is higher than other subregions in the Eastern Cascades and typically receives greater precipitation.

In times of great precipitation, its waters can actually reach the sea.