İskenderun Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in İskenderun, Mediterranean Region Turkey, Turkey. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, İskenderun experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 784 mm (31 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly 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 İskenderun shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 125 mm (4.9 in) of precipitation during the wettest month February, distributed over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 9.1 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our İskenderun Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Turkey: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Turkey. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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İskenderun vs World: Rainfall Compared
İskenderun's average annual precipitation is 784 mm (31 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
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.
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 proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- 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 İskenderun's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our İskenderun Climate page.
