Méthana Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Méthana, Attica, Greece. 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.

With annual rainfall averaging 388 mm (15 in), Méthana maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Méthana, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 3.2 mm (0.1 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). The city receives 127 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Méthana Temperature page.

Méthana's average annual precipitation is 388 mm (15 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.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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