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Water Butt Size Calculator — Rainwater Collection

Calculate the ideal water butt size based on your roof area and rainfall.

How We Calculate This

Annual collection = Roof Area × Annual Rainfall × Collection Efficiency (80%).

UK average rainfall: ~800mm per year. Monthly average: ~67mm.

Recommended butt size is based on one month of average collection, rounded to nearest 100 litres.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: February 2026

All calculations are estimates based on standard gardening guidelines. Results may vary with soil conditions, climate, and plant varieties.