Aghios Petros Alonissos Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Aghios Petros Alonissos, Alonissos, Greece. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Aghios Petros Alonissos experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 615 mm (24 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Aghios Petros Alonissos can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 98 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation over 10 rainy days.

In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 13 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall, spread across 4 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). 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 Aghios Petros Alonissos Temperature page.

Aghios Petros Alonissos's average annual precipitation is 615 mm (24 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

• 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 Aghios Petros Alonissos's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Aghios Petros Alonissos Climate page.