Spišský Štvrtok Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Spišský Štvrtok. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Generally, Spišský Štvrtok has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 831 mm of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 118 mm of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days.

In contrast, the drier season, January brings less snowfall, with 37 mm over 14 snowy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. The city receives 221 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 1°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Spišský Štvrtok Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Slovakia

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Spišský Štvrtok’s average annual precipitation is 831 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Spišský Štvrtok:

• 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.

For more detailed information about Spišský Štvrtok’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Spišský Štvrtok Climate page.