Vila Franca de Xira Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vila Franca de Xira, Lisbon Region, Portugal. 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, Vila Franca de Xira receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 605 mm (24 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))
Vila Franca de Xira can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 83 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 4.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). The city receives 155 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Vila Franca de Xira Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Portugal: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Portugal. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Vila Franca de Xira vs World: Rainfall Compared
Vila Franca de Xira's average annual precipitation is 605 mm (24 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Vila Franca de Xira's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Vila Franca de Xira Climate page.
