The areas of Australia most prone to high rainfall are far north Queensland, in the region of Cape York Peninsula, and the far north Northern Territory, also known as the "Top End".
The title of "Australia's Wettest Town" (and the winner of the Golden Gumboot award) tends to be either Babinda or tully in tropical north Queensland.
Australia is the driest inhabited continent on Earth, with large areas experiencing low rainfall and periodic droughts. However, some regions in Australia, such as the northern parts of the country and the coastal areas, do receive a significant amount of rainfall.
monsoons
Because large areas of Australia are desert and see very Little rain.
The average annual rainfall for South Australia is 236mm. A large area of the state is extremely dry, while the ranges and south-east are relatively wet. Overall, South Australia is the driest Australian state.
because the rainfall is seasonal and scanty.
El niño
A landslide occurs when large amounts of material slide quickly down slopes due to factors like heavy rainfall, earthquakes, or human activities. This rapid movement can cause significant damage to surrounding areas and pose risks to life and property.
Heavy rainfall can lead to flooding, which can damage infrastructure, homes, and crops. It can also result in landslides, particularly in areas with steep terrain. Excessive rainfall may also disrupt transportation, communication, and access to essential services.
The great dividing range along the east coast of Australia has a large effect on the rain fall to the west of the range.
The windward side of mountains receives large amounts of rainfall because as the moist air is pushed up the slope, it cools and condenses, leading to precipitation. This process, known as orographic lift, causes the air to release its moisture as rain or snow as it ascends the mountain.
Almost the entire continent of Antarctica is desert. Africa and Australia also have large areas covered by deserts.
Surface runoff will likely be greatest in urban areas with large amounts of impervious surfaces like concrete and asphalt, as these surfaces prevent water from infiltrating into the ground. Additionally, areas with steep slopes and compacted soils are also prone to high surface runoff during heavy rainfall events.