Penza Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Penza. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Penza experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 648 mm yearly.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Year-round, Penza has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 69 mm, and the driest month, March, with 43 mm, is minimal.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C. The city receives 296 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 2°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Penza Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Russia
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Russia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Penza’s average annual precipitation is 648 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
How is Precipitation Measured?
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.
Sea vs. Land Precipitation
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.
For more detailed information about Penza’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Penza Climate page.
Current rainfall in Penza
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