Cañamero Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Cañamero, Extremadura, Spain. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Cañamero receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 679 mm (27 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Cañamero, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 6.9 mm (0.3 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 34°C (93°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Cañamero 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.

Cañamero vs World: Rainfall Compared

Cañamero's average annual precipitation is 679 mm (27 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm (118 in) of rain annually.

Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.

Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.

Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.

• "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 (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) 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 (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Cañamero's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Cañamero Climate page.