Alegrete Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Alegrete, Alentejo, Portugal. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Alegrete has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 613 mm (24 in) of rainfall annually. However, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Take a look at our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, October receives substantial rainfall, averaging 86 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July brings less rainfall, with 4.5 mm (0.2 in) over 4 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 34°C (93°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Alegrete Temperature page.

Alegrete's average annual precipitation is 613 mm (24 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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.

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
• Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.

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