Spanish Point Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Spanish Point, Clare, Ireland. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Spanish Point experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1419 mm of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Spanish Point experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 153 mm in December, the wettest month, and 90 mm in April, the driest month.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C. The city receives 45 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 13°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Spanish Point 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
Spanish Point’s average annual precipitation is 1419 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.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Spanish Point’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Spanish Point Climate page.
Current rainfall in Spanish Point
