Plaka Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Plaka, Epirus, Greece. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Plaka is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1419 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Plaka shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 199 mm of precipitation during the wettest month November, distributed over 13 rainy days.

In contrast, August offers drier and sunnier days, with around 35 mm of rainfall over 6 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 29°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Plaka Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Greece

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Plaka’s average annual precipitation is 1419 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

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

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

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

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.

Interesting weather facts

• "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 wide and 20 cm 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 fell during the winter of 1972.

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