Aït Oussane Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Aït Oussane, Morocco. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Aït Oussane has a dry climate with very low precipitation, averaging 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Aït Oussane, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives low rainfall, with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 5 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 6.3 mm (0.2 in) over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Aït Oussane Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Morocco: City Comparison

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

Aït Oussane vs World: Rainfall Compared

Aït Oussane's average annual precipitation is 207 mm (8.1 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• 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 Aït Oussane's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Aït Oussane Climate page.