Yazd Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Yazd. 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.

Yazd has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 110 mm of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Yazd can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 21 mm of precipitation over 4 rainy days.

In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.1 mm of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.

January, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 37°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Yazd Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Iran

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Iran. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Yazd’s average annual precipitation is 110 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

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.

For more detailed information about Yazd’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Yazd Climate page.