Wisla Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Wisla, Poland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Wisla experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1156 mm (46 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Wisla experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 146 mm (5.7 in) in July, the wettest month, and 73 mm (2.9 in) in November, the driest month.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). The city receives 217 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 8°C (46°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Wisla Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Poland: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Poland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Wisla vs World: Rainfall Compared
Wisla's average annual precipitation is 1156 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Wisla's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Wisla Climate page.
