Giritale Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Giritale has a steady very warm climate throughout the year.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Giritale remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 36°C in April, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 30°C during cooler months like January.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 22°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Giritale is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1160 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, November receives heavy rainfall, averaging 241 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, June brings less rainfall, with 21 mm over 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Giritale Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
While the amount of sunshine in Giritale varies throughout the year, all seasons offer their own charm. Enjoy up to 9.1 hours of daily sun in March, and experience slightly darker atmosphere in November, with about 5.6 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Giritale.
The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 80%. In July, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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Other facts from our historical weather data:Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in October, November and December.
May has an average maximum temperature of 36°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 241 mm of rainfall.
June is the driest month with 21 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 273 hours of sunshine.
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