Monte da Pedra Alva Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Monte da Pedra Alva, Alentejo, Portugal. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Monte da Pedra Alva has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 481 mm (19 in) of rainfall annually. It experiences a distinct dry season during certain months. Refer to our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Monte da Pedra Alva shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 67 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 9 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 2 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall over a single rainy day.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 206 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Monte da Pedra Alva Temperature page.

Monte da Pedra Alva's average annual precipitation is 481 mm (19 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• "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 (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) 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 (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Monte da Pedra Alva's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Monte da Pedra Alva Climate page.