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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Kostenets. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Kostenets is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1031 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, June receives substantial rainfall, averaging 132 mm of precipitation, recorded across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the drier season, November brings less rainfall, with 58 mm over 8 rainy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. The city receives 267 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 10°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Kostenets Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Bulgaria

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Kostenets’s average annual precipitation is 1031 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages [964 mm], with snowy winters and rainy summers.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

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.

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