Vergina Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vergina, Macedonia, Greece. 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, Vergina receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 797 mm (31 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))

The seasons in Vergina, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 28 mm (1.1 in) over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). The city receives 104 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 32°C (90°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Vergina Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Greece: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Greece. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Vergina vs World: Rainfall Compared

Vergina's average annual precipitation is 797 mm (31 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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