Gid‘ona Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Gid‘ona, North District Israel, Israel. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Gid‘ona maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, with an average annual precipitation of 435 mm (17 in). However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct seasonal patterns visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Gid‘ona shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation during the wettest month February, distributed over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 1.8 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). The city receives 175 hours of sunshine in this period. 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 Gid‘ona Temperature page.

Gid‘ona's average annual precipitation is 435 mm (17 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.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

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.

• 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 Gid‘ona's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gid‘ona Climate page.