Portoscuso Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Portoscuso, Sardinia, Italy. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

With annual rainfall averaging 490 mm (19 in), Portoscuso maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Portoscuso, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 2.6 mm (0.1 in) over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 151 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Portoscuso Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Italy: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Italy. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Portoscuso vs World: Rainfall Compared

Portoscuso's average annual precipitation is 490 mm (19 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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