Rada Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Rada, Cantabria, Spain. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Rada is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1152 mm (45 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, November, sees around 132 mm (5.2 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, August, still receives a respectable 64 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). The city receives 93 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 25°C (77°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Rada Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Spain: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Spain. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Rada vs World: Rainfall Compared
Rada's average annual precipitation is 1152 mm (45 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) 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 Rada's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Rada Climate page.
