Špania Dolina Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Špania Dolina, Banskobystrický kraj, Slovakia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Špania Dolina has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1009 mm (40 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Špania Dolina experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 123 mm (4.8 in) in June, the wettest month, and 60 mm (2.4 in) in January, the driest month.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 209 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 1°C (34°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Špania Dolina Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Slovakia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Slovakia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Špania Dolina vs World: Rainfall Compared
Špania Dolina's average annual precipitation is 1009 mm (40 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Špania Dolina:
- 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 Špania Dolina's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Špania Dolina Climate page.
