Kafr El Sheikh Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Kafr El Sheikh. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Kafr El Sheikh experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 72 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Kafr El Sheikh, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives low rainfall, with an average of 16 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 8 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.2 mm over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. The city receives 207 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 34°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Kafr El Sheikh Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Egypt

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Kafr El Sheikh’s average annual precipitation is 72 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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 Kafr El Sheikh:

• 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 Kafr El Sheikh’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kafr El Sheikh Climate page.