Vélez-Málaga Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vélez-Málaga, Andalucía, Spain. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Vélez-Málaga's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 498 mm (20 in) of precipitation yearly. The distribution includes a distinct dry season during certain months as shown in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Vélez-Málaga shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 77 mm (3 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 2.1 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). The city receives 164 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Vélez-Málaga Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Spain: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Spain. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Vélez-Málaga vs World: Rainfall Compared
Vélez-Málaga's average annual precipitation is 498 mm (20 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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.
- "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 Vélez-Málaga's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Vélez-Málaga Climate page.
