Sharqiya Sands Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sharqiya Sands, Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Sharqiya Sands sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 53 mm (2.1 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Sharqiya Sands has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, March, with 13 mm (0.5 in), and the driest month, September, with 0.3 mm (0.01 in), is minimal.
March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 33°C (91°F). During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 39°C (102°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sharqiya Sands Temperature page.
Explore Sharqiya Sands's Historical Precipitation: 2002-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Sharqiya Sands spanning 25 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Oman: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Oman. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sharqiya Sands vs World: Rainfall Compared
Sharqiya Sands's average annual precipitation is 53 mm (2.1 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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 Sharqiya Sands:
- 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 Sharqiya Sands's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sharqiya Sands Climate page.
