Karpathos Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Karpathos. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Karpathos's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 337 mm of precipitation yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Karpathos shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 74 mm of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.2 mm of rainfall over 2 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Karpathos Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Greece

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Karpathos’s average annual precipitation is 337 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

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

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Karpathos:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Karpathos’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Karpathos Climate page.