Karpathos Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Karpathos, Karpathos, Greece. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Karpathos's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 337 mm (13 in) of precipitation yearly. The distribution includes a distinct dry season during certain months as shown in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Karpathos, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, January, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.2 mm (0.01 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 27°C (81°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Karpathos Temperature page.
Explore Karpathos's Historical Precipitation: 1991-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Karpathos spanning 36 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
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.
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Karpathos vs World: Rainfall Compared
Karpathos's average annual precipitation is 337 mm (13 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.
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.
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.
Tropical Rainforests: In tropical regions, rainfall is generally abundant year-round. Areas near the equator, like the Amazon rainforest, can receive up to 3000 mm (118 in) of rain annually.
Desert Regions: Deserts such as the Sahara and Arabian deserts typically see less than 250 mm (9.8 in) of rainfall annually. Rainfall tends to be infrequent, but when it does occur, it is often intense.
Temperate Zones: In temperate regions, precipitation tends to be more evenly distributed, though areas closer to the ocean may see more rain in the winter months, and areas further inland experience drier summers.
Polar Regions: Precipitation in polar regions, like Antarctica, is extremely low, often falling as snow. Average annual precipitation in Antarctica is less than 200 mm (7.9 in), with some areas receiving as little as 50 mm (2 in) annually.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Karpathos's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Karpathos Climate page.
