Athánion Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Athánion, Ionian Islands, Greece. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Athánion has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1095 mm (43 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Athánion can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 196 mm (7.7 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 6.7 mm (0.3 in) of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 26°C (79°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Athánion 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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Athánion vs World: Rainfall Compared
Athánion's average annual precipitation is 1095 mm (43 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.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Athánion:
- 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.
- 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 Athánion's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Athánion Climate page.
