Kato Pyrgos Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kato Pyrgos, Cyprus. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Kato Pyrgos tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 479 mm (19 in) of rain per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Kato Pyrgos can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 99 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 1.2 mm (0.05 in) of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). The city receives 188 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kato Pyrgos Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Cyprus: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Cyprus. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Kato Pyrgos vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kato Pyrgos's average annual precipitation is 479 mm (19 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Kato Pyrgos:
- 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.
- 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 Kato Pyrgos's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kato Pyrgos Climate page.
