Marsa Alam City Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Marsa Alam City, Red Sea, Egypt. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Marsa Alam City experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 9.4 mm (0.4 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Marsa Alam City has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, November, with 3.5 mm (0.1 in), and the driest month, June, with 0 mm (0 in), is minimal.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 27°C (81°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Marsa Alam City Temperature page.
Explore Marsa Alam City's Historical Precipitation: 2004-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Marsa Alam City spanning 23 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Egypt: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Egypt. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Marsa Alam City vs World: Rainfall Compared
Marsa Alam City's average annual precipitation is 9.4 mm (0.4 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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 Marsa Alam City:
- 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 Marsa Alam City's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Marsa Alam City Climate page.
