Nador Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Nador, Oriental, Morocco. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Nador's climate is marked by below-average rainfall, accumulating 360 mm (14 in) of precipitation yearly. The distribution includes a distinct dry season during certain months as shown in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Nador can be quite wet during March, receiving approximately 47 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation over 6 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 2.1 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall, spread across a single rainy day.
March, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). 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 Nador Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Morocco: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Morocco. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Nador vs World: Rainfall Compared
Nador's average annual precipitation is 360 mm (14 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Nador:
- 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.
- "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 Nador's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Nador Climate page.
