Sanlıurfa Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sanlıurfa, South Eastern Anatolia Region, Turkey. 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.
Sanlıurfa has a relatively dry climate with low precipitation, averaging 468 mm (18 in) of rain/snowfall annually. It experiences a distinct dry season during certain months. Refer to our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Sanlıurfa shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 79 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 0.8 mm (0.03 in) of rainfall over 7 rainy days.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 40°C (104°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sanlıurfa Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Turkey: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Turkey. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sanlıurfa vs World: Rainfall Compared
Sanlıurfa's average annual precipitation is 468 mm (18 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Sanlıurfa's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sanlıurfa Climate page.
