Turgutreis Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Turgutreis, Aegean Region, Turkey. 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.
On average, Turgutreis receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 877 mm (35 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Turgutreis can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 196 mm (7.7 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 0.2 mm (0.01 in) of rainfall, spread across 6 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 17°C (63°F). The city receives 135 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 28°C (82°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Turgutreis Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Turkey: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Turkey. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Turgutreis vs World: Rainfall Compared
Turgutreis's average annual precipitation is 877 mm (35 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
- 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 Turgutreis's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Turgutreis Climate page.
