Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Penza

Over the course of the year, Penza experiences 648 mm of rain/snow across 158 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

Precipitation peaks in June with 69 mm falling over 12 rainy days. The driest period is March, receiving 43 mm across 12 snowy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

Penza's average annual precipitation falls over 158 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, there are about 29 precipitation days annually, reflecting its dry desert environment.

In Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.

Seville, Spain, experiences 103 precipitation days annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Chicago, USA, has 133 precipitation days annually, with a mix of rain and snow.

In Shanghai, China, there are approximately 147 precipitation days per year, with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, records about 86 precipitation days per year, with dry summers and wet winters.

Fun facts about Rain from Around the World

Let’s explore more fascinating precipitation records:

• Tutunendo, Colombia, gets about 340 days of rain every year, which arguably makes it the wettest place in the world.
• On Réunion Island, a tropical cyclone generated 1825 mm in just 24 hours.
• Singapore receives thunder on 167 days in the year and is considered one of the most thunderous cities in the world.
• The smallest drops that fall are called drizzle drops, and they have a diameter of 0.5 mm.
• Some heavy storms generate "diamond dust," which consists of very small ice crystals that float in the air.

For more detailed information about rainfall patterns in Penza, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.