Horcajo de la Sierra Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Horcajo de la Sierra. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Horcajo de la Sierra receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 680 mm.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The climate in Horcajo de la Sierra shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 81 mm of precipitation during the wettest month April, distributed over 14 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 20 mm of rainfall over 8 rainy days.April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. The city receives 214 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 29°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Horcajo de la Sierra Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Spain
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.





Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Horcajo de la Sierra’s average annual precipitation is 680 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
How is Precipitation Measured?
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.
Interesting weather facts
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Horcajo de la Sierra’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Horcajo de la Sierra Climate page.