La Playa de Arguineguín Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in La Playa de Arguineguín, Canary Islands, Spain. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
La Playa de Arguineguín is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 169 mm (6.7 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in La Playa de Arguineguín shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 34 mm (1.3 in) of precipitation during the wettest month December, distributed over 4 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.9 mm (0.04 in) of rainfall over 0 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 178 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our La Playa de Arguineguín Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Spain: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Spain. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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La Playa de Arguineguín vs World: Rainfall Compared
La Playa de Arguineguín's average annual precipitation is 169 mm (6.7 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
- 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 La Playa de Arguineguín's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Playa de Arguineguín Climate page.
