Pristina Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Pristina. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Pristina receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 678 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Pristina offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between May (78 mm) and August (41 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. The city receives 231 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 30°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Pristina Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Kosovo

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Pristina’s average annual precipitation is 678 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

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

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

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

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
• In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Pristina’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pristina Climate page.