Tripoli Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Tripoli, Peloponnese, Greece. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Generally, Tripoli receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 633 mm (25 in) annually. The distribution varies significantly throughout the year, with a distinct dry season during certain months, as shown in our charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Tripoli, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, February, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 12 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 11 mm (0.4 in) over 3 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). The city receives 141 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 31°C (88°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Tripoli Temperature page.

Tripoli's average annual precipitation is 633 mm (25 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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