Thurles Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Thurles, Tipperary County, Ireland. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, Thurles receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 983 mm (39 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Thurles occurs in December, which receives around 92 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Thurles experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 72 mm (2.8 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). The city receives 45 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Thurles Temperature page.

Thurles's average annual precipitation is 983 mm (39 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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 Thurles:

• 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.

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