Cagliari Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Cagliari. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

With annual rainfall averaging 448 mm, Cagliari maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Cagliari can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 67 mm of precipitation over 13 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 2.4 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

November, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C and receives 151 hours of sunshine. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 31°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Cagliari Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Sardinia

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Sardinia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Cagliari’s average annual precipitation is 448 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Cagliari:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Cagliari’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cagliari Climate page.