Cahersiveen Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cahersiveen, Kerry, Ireland. 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.
Cahersiveen is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1547 mm.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Cahersiveen experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 170 mm in December, the wettest month, and 98 mm in June, the driest month.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. The city receives 40 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 17°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Cahersiveen Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Ireland
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Ireland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Cahersiveen’s average annual precipitation is 1547 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm wide and 20 cm thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Cahersiveen’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cahersiveen Climate page.
Current rainfall in Cahersiveen
