Port Ghalib Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Port Ghalib, Red Sea, Egypt. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Port Ghalib sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 26 mm (1 in) of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Precipitation levels in Port Ghalib remain relatively steady throughout the year. February has the most rain, with 5.7 mm (0.2 in) over 3 days. In June, this drops slightly to 0.1 mm (0 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 238 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 36°C (97°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Port Ghalib Temperature page.
Explore Port Ghalib's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Port Ghalib spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Egypt: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Egypt. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Port Ghalib vs World: Rainfall Compared
Port Ghalib's average annual precipitation is 26 mm (1 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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.
- "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 Port Ghalib's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Port Ghalib Climate page.
