Polignano a Mare Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Polignano a Mare, Puglia (Apulia), Italy. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

On average, Polignano a Mare receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 617 mm (24 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Polignano a Mare can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 77 mm (3 in) of precipitation over 9 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 20 mm (0.8 in) of rainfall, spread across 3 rainy days.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Polignano a Mare Temperature page.

Polignano a Mare's average annual precipitation is 617 mm (24 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

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

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• 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 Polignano a Mare's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Polignano a Mare Climate page.