Achladies Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Achladies, Skiathos, Greece. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Achladies receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 785 mm (31 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Achladies can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 120 mm (4.7 in) of precipitation over 10 rainy days.
In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 16 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall, spread across 5 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). The city receives 109 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Achladies Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Greece: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Greece. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Achladies vs World: Rainfall Compared
Achladies's average annual precipitation is 785 mm (31 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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 U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Achladies's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Achladies Climate page.
