Petralia Sottana Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Petralia Sottana. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Generally, Petralia Sottana receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 696 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Petralia Sottana can be quite wet during February, receiving approximately 85 mm of precipitation over 10 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 8.2 mm of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

February, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 29°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Petralia Sottana Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Italy

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Italy. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Petralia Sottana’s average annual precipitation is 696 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

How Does Precipitation Affect Local Climate?

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.
• Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

For more detailed information about Petralia Sottana’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Petralia Sottana Climate page.