Ofrínion Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ofrínion, Macedonia, Greece. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Generally, Ofrínion has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 731 mm (29 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, December receives substantial rainfall, averaging 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation, recorded across 9 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, August brings less rainfall, with 30 mm (1.2 in) over 4 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ofrínion Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Greece: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Greece. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Ofrínion vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ofrínion's average annual precipitation is 731 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Ofrínion's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ofrínion Climate page.
