Ptolemaida Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ptolemaida, Macedonia, Greece. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Ptolemaida experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 709 mm (28 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Ptolemaida offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between April (76 mm (3 in)) and August (35 mm (1.4 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

April, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ptolemaida Temperature page.

Ptolemaida's average annual precipitation is 709 mm (28 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

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.

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