Vourkari Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Vourkari, Cyclades, Greece. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Vourkari tends toward drier weather patterns, receiving approximately 403 mm (16 in) of rain per year. The city experiences a distinct dry season during certain months, contributing to seasonal contrasts shown in the charts below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, December receives substantial rainfall, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 10 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, August brings less rainfall, with 1.4 mm (0.1 in) over 2 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). The city receives 127 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month August you can expect a temperature of 29°C (84°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Vourkari 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.
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Vourkari vs World: Rainfall Compared
Vourkari's average annual precipitation is 403 mm (16 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.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Vourkari:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- "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 Vourkari's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Vourkari Climate page.
