Pieve Santo Stefano Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pieve Santo Stefano, Tuscany, Italy. 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.

Pieve Santo Stefano experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1113 mm (44 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The climate in Pieve Santo Stefano shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 129 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 55 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall over 9 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). The city receives 97 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pieve Santo Stefano Temperature page.

Pieve Santo Stefano's average annual precipitation is 1113 mm (44 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

• "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 Pieve Santo Stefano's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pieve Santo Stefano Climate page.