Matosinhos Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Matosinhos, Norte Region, Portugal. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Matosinhos is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1209 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, November receives substantial rainfall, averaging 162 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days.
In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 22 mm over 6 rainy days.November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C. The city receives 138 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 25°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Matosinhos Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Portugal
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Portugal. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Matosinhos’s average annual precipitation is 1209 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm, characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
Interesting weather facts
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm wide and 20 cm thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Matosinhos’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Matosinhos Climate page.
Current rainfall in Matosinhos
