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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Alanya. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Alanya receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 968 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Alanya shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 179 mm of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 13 mm of rainfall over 6 rainy days.

December, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C and receives 136 hours of sunshine. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 30°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Alanya Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Turkey

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Alanya’s average annual precipitation is 968 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Interesting weather facts

• 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 Alanya’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Alanya Climate page.