Calvagese della Riviera Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Calvagese della Riviera, Lombardy, Italy. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Calvagese della Riviera is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1137 mm (45 in).
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, November receives substantial rainfall, averaging 122 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January brings less rainfall, with 54 mm (2.1 in) over 10 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Calvagese della Riviera Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Italy: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Italy. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Calvagese della Riviera vs World: Rainfall Compared
Calvagese della Riviera's average annual precipitation is 1137 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Calvagese della Riviera:
- 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 Calvagese della Riviera's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Calvagese della Riviera Climate page.
