Tralee Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tralee, Kerry, Ireland. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Tralee experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1233 mm of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Precipitation levels in Tralee remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 123 mm over 23 days. In September, this drops slightly to 90 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C. The city receives 40 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month September you can expect a temperature of 18°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Tralee 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
Tralee’s average annual precipitation is 1233 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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
- 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 Tralee’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Tralee Climate page.
Current rainfall in Tralee
