El Alamein Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in El Alamein, Matruh , Egypt. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
El Alamein has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 70 mm (2.8 in) of rainfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Precipitation levels in El Alamein remain relatively steady throughout the year. January has the most rain, with 14 mm (0.6 in) over 8 days. In June, this drops slightly to 0.1 mm (0 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our El Alamein Temperature page.
Explore El Alamein's Historical Precipitation: 1999-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for El Alamein spanning 28 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Egypt: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Egypt. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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El Alamein vs World: Rainfall Compared
El Alamein's average annual precipitation is 70 mm (2.8 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about El Alamein's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our El Alamein Climate page.
