Ziano Piacentino Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ziano Piacentino, Emilia-Romagna, Italy. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Ziano Piacentino receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 967 mm (38 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Ziano Piacentino experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 114 mm (4.5 in) in November, the wettest month, and 56 mm (2.2 in) in July, the driest month.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 13°C (55°F). During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 30°C (86°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ziano Piacentino Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Italy: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Italy. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Ziano Piacentino vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ziano Piacentino's average annual precipitation is 967 mm (38 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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 Ziano Piacentino:
- 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 Ziano Piacentino's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ziano Piacentino Climate page.
