Campo de Criptana Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Campo de Criptana, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
With annual rain/snowfall averaging 398 mm (16 in), Campo de Criptana maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed graph below.
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, April receives substantial rainfall, averaging 48 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July brings less rainfall, with 7 mm (0.3 in) over 5 rainy days.
April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 36°C (97°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Campo de Criptana Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Spain: City Comparison
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.
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Campo de Criptana vs World: Rainfall Compared
Campo de Criptana's average annual precipitation is 398 mm (16 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.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Campo de Criptana's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Campo de Criptana Climate page.
