Türkmenabat Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Türkmenabat, Turkmenistan. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Türkmenabat is known for its low rain/snowfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 150 mm (5.9 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, March receives substantial rainfall, averaging 31 mm (1.2 in) of precipitation, recorded across 7 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July brings less rainfall, with 0.4 mm (0.02 in) over 0 rainy days.
March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 195 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 38°C (100°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Türkmenabat 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 Türkmenabat's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Türkmenabat spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Turkmenistan: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Turkmenistan. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Türkmenabat vs World: Rainfall Compared
Türkmenabat's average annual precipitation is 150 mm (5.9 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Türkmenabat's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Türkmenabat Climate page.
