It is noticeably drier than surrounding locations due to a rain shadow effect produced by the nearby Gloucester Island.

The city has no true dry season, though it is noticeably drier in the months of January and February.

The city has a noticeably drier stretch from June through September.

Precipitation is generous and well-distributed throughout the year (though February is noticeably drier), falling on 8 to 11 days per month.

The main difference between the 3 Stars and the 5 Stars is that the latter is noticeably drier, making the alcohol more pronounced.

The beer, billed as a "light lager", was golden in color, and was noticeably drier than most everyday beers of the era.

The village also experiences a brief but noticeably drier season from December through February, where monthly precipitation on average does not exceed 60 mm.

It is noticeably drier than that of Lapland Longspur.

The eastern side of the island experiences heavy rainfall, while the western side is noticeably drier.

Vegetation in the Trail area, although fairly lush, is noticeably drier than other areas with a more westerly aspect.