Tres Cantos Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tres Cantos, Community of Madrid, Spain. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Tres Cantos has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 503 mm (20 in) of rain/snowfall annually. However, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Take a look at our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Tres Cantos shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 67 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 11 rainy days.

In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 10 mm (0.4 in) of rainfall over 5 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 204 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 33°C (91°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tres Cantos Temperature page.

Tres Cantos's average annual precipitation is 503 mm (20 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

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