Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Waterville
With 247 days and 1550 mm of annual rain, Waterville in Kerry, Ireland, has a moderate precipitation pattern. On this page, you can learn everything about the number of precipitation days.
Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days
December is usually the wettest with 173 mm of rain over 24 rainy days, whereas June averages 98 mm during its 17 rainy days.
Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide
Waterville's average annual precipitation falls over 247 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Cairo, Egypt, there are only about 16 precipitation days annually, making it one of the driest capitals in the world.
In Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.
In Athens, Greece, it rains around 70 days in the year; therefore, it is one of the driest Mediterranean cities, mainly dominated by winter rainfall.
Chicago, USA, has 133 precipitation days annually, with a mix of rain and snow.
Beijing, China, averages 72 precipitation days annually, concentrated in the summer months.
Melbourne, Australia, has about 120 precipitation days annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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 Waterville, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.
