Mountnugent Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mountnugent, Cavan County, Ireland. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Mountnugent has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1010 mm (40 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Precipitation levels in Mountnugent remain relatively steady throughout the year. August has the most rain, with 95 mm (3.7 in) over 19 days. In March, this drops slightly to 73 mm (2.9 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Mountnugent Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Ireland: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Ireland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Mountnugent vs World: Rainfall Compared
Mountnugent's average annual precipitation is 1010 mm (40 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
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.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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.
- 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 Mountnugent's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mountnugent Climate page.
