Posada de Valdeón Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Posada de Valdeón, Picos de Europa National Park, Spain. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Posada de Valdeón has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1403 mm (55 in) of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Despite minor fluctuations, Posada de Valdeón enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In November, you can expect around 140 mm (5.5 in) of precipitation, while in July, Posada de Valdeón receives about 90 mm (3.5 in).

November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). The city receives 118 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 21°C (70°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Posada de Valdeón Temperature page.

Posada de Valdeón's average annual precipitation is 1403 mm (55 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Posada de Valdeón:

• 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 Posada de Valdeón's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Posada de Valdeón Climate page.