Port Said Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Port Said, Port Said Governorate, Egypt. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Port Said experiences desert-like conditions in terms of precipitation with almost no rainfall, generally receiving 127 mm (5 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, January receives substantial rainfall, averaging 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 6 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, June brings less rainfall, with 0.6 mm (0.02 in) over 0 rainy days.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). The city receives 211 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Port Said Temperature page.
Explore Port Said's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Port Said 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 Said vs World: Rainfall Compared
Port Said's average annual precipitation is 127 mm (5 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.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Port Said:
- 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 Said's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Port Said Climate page.
