Vila Nova de Tazem Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vila Nova de Tazem, Portugal. 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.
Vila Nova de Tazem is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1030 mm (41 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Vila Nova de Tazem shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 141 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month October, distributed over 13 rainy days.
In contrast, July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall over 6 rainy days.
October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 166 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 Tazem 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 Tazem vs World: Rainfall Compared
Vila Nova de Tazem's average annual precipitation is 1030 mm (41 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
- 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 Vila Nova de Tazem's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Vila Nova de Tazem Climate page.
