Skibbereen Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Skibbereen. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Skibbereen has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1129 mm of rainfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The wettest period in Skibbereen occurs in December, which receives around 121 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Skibbereen experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 77 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. The city receives 56 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 15°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Skibbereen Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Ireland
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Ireland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Skibbereen’s average annual precipitation is 1129 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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
- 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 Skibbereen’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Skibbereen Climate page.
