Sergiyev Posad Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sergiyev Posad, Moscow region, Russia. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Sergiyev Posad experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 752 mm (30 in) yearly.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Sergiyev Posad experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 86 mm (3.4 in) in June, the wettest month, and 42 mm (1.7 in) in March, the driest month.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 276 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 3°C (37°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sergiyev Posad Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Russia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Russia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sergiyev Posad vs World: Rainfall Compared
Sergiyev Posad's average annual precipitation is 752 mm (30 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Sergiyev Posad:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Sergiyev Posad's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sergiyev Posad Climate page.
