Vila Nova de Poiares Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vila Nova de Poiares, Centro Region, Portugal. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Vila Nova de Poiares has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1074 mm (42 in) of rainfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Vila Nova de Poiares shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 140 mm (5.5 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 14 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall over 6 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 187 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 Nova de Poiares 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 Nova de Poiares vs World: Rainfall Compared
Vila Nova de Poiares's average annual precipitation is 1074 mm (42 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Nova de Poiares's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Vila Nova de Poiares Climate page.
