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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Besalú. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Besalú is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1214 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, October, sees around 130 mm of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 69 mm of rainfall.

October, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 12°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Besalú Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Spain

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Besalú’s average annual precipitation is 1214 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm, characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Besalú’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Besalú Climate page.