Kalami Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kalami, Ionian Islands, Greece. 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.

Kalami is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1210 mm (48 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Kalami, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 206 mm (8.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 15 mm (0.6 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 134 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kalami Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Greece: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Greece. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Kalami vs World: Rainfall Compared

Kalami's average annual precipitation is 1210 mm (48 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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