Zalamea la Real Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Zalamea la Real, Andalucía, Spain. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Zalamea la Real experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 589 mm (23 in) yearly. However, this average masks significant seasonal variation, including a distinct dry season during certain months that are clearly visible in our monthly breakdown below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

Zalamea la Real can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 87 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast July, experiences much drier conditions, with 2.2 mm (0.1 in) of rainfall, spread across 2 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C (61°F). The city receives 160 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 35°C (95°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Zalamea la Real Temperature page.

Zalamea la Real's average annual precipitation is 589 mm (23 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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 Zalamea la Real's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Zalamea la Real Climate page.