Drumcliff Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Drumcliff, Sligo County, Ireland. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Drumcliff has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1377 mm (54 in) of rainfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Drumcliff has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 129 mm (5.1 in), and the driest month, April, with 95 mm (3.7 in), is minimal.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C (55°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Drumcliff Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Ireland: City Comparison
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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Drumcliff vs World: Rainfall Compared
Drumcliff's average annual precipitation is 1377 mm (54 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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.
- "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 Drumcliff's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Drumcliff Climate page.
