Krasnaya Polyana Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Krasnaya Polyana, Krasnodar Krai, Russia. 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.

Krasnaya Polyana is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1640 mm (65 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Krasnaya Polyana occurs in January, which receives around 159 mm (6.3 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, August, Krasnaya Polyana experiences high rainfall, totaling approximately 104 mm (4.1 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 2°C (36°F). The city receives 96 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 23°C (73°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Krasnaya Polyana Temperature page.

Krasnaya Polyana's average annual precipitation is 1640 mm (65 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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 Krasnaya Polyana:

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