Cinque Terre National Park Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cinque Terre National Park, Abruzzo, Italy. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Cinque Terre National Park has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1405 mm (55 in) of rainfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Cinque Terre National Park can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 206 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation over 11 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 39 mm (1.5 in) of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 175 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cinque Terre National Park Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in July
Explore Cinque Terre National Park's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Cinque Terre National Park spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Italy: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Italy. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Cinque Terre National Park vs World: Rainfall Compared
Cinque Terre National Park's average annual precipitation is 1405 mm (55 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- 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 Cinque Terre National Park's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cinque Terre National Park Climate page.
