Taganana Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Taganana, Canary Islands, Spain. 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.

Taganana maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, with an average annual precipitation of 256 mm (10 in). However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct seasonal patterns visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Taganana, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 8 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 10 mm (0.4 in) over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 171 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 24°C (75°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Taganana Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Spain: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Spain. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Taganana vs World: Rainfall Compared

Taganana's average annual precipitation is 256 mm (10 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Taganana:

• 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 Taganana's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Taganana Climate page.