The climate of Minorca (or Menorca), the north-easternmost of the Balearic Islands, is Mediterranean, with mild, relatively rainy winters and hot, sunny summers, which are a bit sultry but tempered by sea breezes.
Owing to the north wind ("Tramontana") that blows from France, Minorca is pretty windy, especially from October to April. Actually, since it lies directly to the south of the Gulf of Lion, it is the windiest of the Balearic Islands.
At the Mahón Airport, the average temperature ranges from 11 °C (52 °F) in January and February to 25.5 °C (78 °F) in August. Here are the average temperatures.
| Month | Min (°C) | Max (°C) | Mean (°C) | Min (°F) | Max (°F) | Mean (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8 | 14 | 11.1 | 46 | 58 | 52 |
| February | 7 | 14 | 10.9 | 45 | 58 | 51.6 |
| March | 9 | 16 | 12.6 | 48 | 61 | 54.6 |
| April | 11 | 19 | 14.8 | 52 | 65 | 58.6 |
| May | 14 | 22 | 18.1 | 57 | 72 | 64.6 |
| June | 18 | 26 | 22.2 | 64 | 80 | 72 |
| July | 21 | 29 | 25.1 | 70 | 85 | 77.2 |
| August | 22 | 30 | 25.6 | 71 | 85 | 78.2 |
| September | 19 | 26 | 22.8 | 66 | 80 | 73 |
| October | 16 | 23 | 19.5 | 61 | 73 | 67.2 |
| November | 12 | 18 | 15 | 53 | 65 | 59.1 |
| December | 9 | 16 | 12.2 | 48 | 60 | 54 |
| Year | 13.8 | 21.3 | 17.5 | 56.9 | 70.3 | 63.5 |
Rainfall amounts to about 600 millimeters (23.5 in) per year, and follows the Mediterranean pattern, so it's more common in autumn and winter, it gradually decreases during spring, and reaches a minimum in summer, when it seldom rains. Menorca is the rainiest of the Balearics. However, the difference is generally noticeable especially in autumn, when the rains are sometimes abundant, and in winter, when there are periods when it rains often.
Here is the average precipitation.
| Month | Millimeters | Inches | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60 | 2.4 | 7 |
| February | 50 | 2 | 6 |
| March | 50 | 2 | 7 |
| April | 45 | 1.8 | 7 |
| May | 30 | 1.2 | 5 |
| June | 15 | 0.6 | 2 |
| July | 5 | 0.2 | 1 |
| August | 25 | 1 | 2 |
| September | 60 | 2.4 | 5 |
| October | 100 | 3.9 | 8 |
| November | 85 | 3.3 | 8 |
| December | 80 | 3.1 | 8 |
| Year | 605 | 23.8 | 66 |
Winter, from December to February, is mild, with many sunny days, but also with periods of rain and wind.
It rarely gets very cold, however, there can sometimes be cold and windy periods, with highs below 10 °C (50 °F).
Occasionally, snow may even fall. Snowfalls are more abundant in the hill that is located inside the island, Monte Toro, 358 meters (1,175 feet) high, but even the coasts can be covered with snow. Snowfalls that whitened the island occurred for example in February 1956, February 1983, January 1985, February 1996, January 2005, February 2010 and February 2012.
However, frosts are rare, and on the coldest nights of the year, the temperature typically drops to 1/2 °C (34/36 °F). The coldest record is -2.5 °C (27.5 °F), recorded in January 1985. More recently, the temperature dropped to -1 °C (30 °F) in February 2010.
The following map shows how the Tramontana wind reaches the island from the Rhone valley (in France this wind is called Mistral).
Summer, from June to mid-September, is hot and sunny, with very rare rains. Some periods are more pleasant, while others are hotter and more sultry.
Typically, the temperature reaches 35/36 °C (95/97 °F) on the hottest days of the year. In July 1983, it reached 39.5 °C (103 °F), and more recently, in August 2017, it reached 37.5 °C (99.5 °F).
The amount of sunshine in Menorca is not very good in winter, when Atlantic or Mediterranean depressions pass quite often, however, there is a moderate amount of sunny days also in this period. Spring is a sunny season, especially in May; the sunniest period is from June to August, when clear skies are the norm. In September, the first Atlantic disturbances occur, so, the sun in autumn is not always guaranteed.
On average, there are 2,630 hours of sunshine per year. Here are the average hours of sunshine per day.
| Month | Average | Total | January | 4.5 | 145 | February | 5 | 145 | March | 6.5 | 200 | April | 7.5 | 220 | May | 8.5 | 270 | June | 10.5 | 310 | July | 11 | 345 | August | 10 | 310 | September | 7.5 | 225 | October | 6 | 185 | November | 4.5 | 140 | December | 4 | 130 | Year | 7.2 | 2635 |
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The sea in Menorca is warm enough for swimming from July to September, when it reaches or exceeds 24 °C (75 °F), while in June and October, it is quite cool. Here are the average sea temperatures.
| Month | Celsius (°C) | Fahrenheit (°F) | January | 15 | 59 | February | 14 | 57 | March | 14 | 57 | April | 15 | 59 | May | 17 | 63 | June | 21 | 70 | July | 24 | 75 | August | 25 | 77 | September | 24 | 75 | October | 22 | 72 | November | 19 | 66 | December | 16 | 61 | Year | 18.9 | 66 |
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Best Time
The best time to visit Menorca for a beach holiday is the summer, from June to mid-September. The water temperature is comfortable enough from July to September, although in September, which overall is still a good month (especially in the first half), the first periods of bad weather may occur. May and June are sunny months, but the sea is still a bit cool, especially in May, when it is actually cold, and sometimes, cold and windy days can still occur.
April and May are suitable months to visit the island and its cities, while in summer, it can sometimes be too hot for hiking, especially in July and August. In October and November, the temperatures are mild, but the days are shorter and the weather can be rainy and windy.
Minorca - Weather by month
Based on the period 1991-2020
(January - February - March - April - May - June - July - August - September - October - November - December)
In January, the weather in Minorca is usually mild. The average temperature is of 11.1 °C (52 °F), with a minimum of 7.8 °C (46 °F) and a maximum of 14.4 °C (57.9 °F). 
On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 3 °C (37.5 °F). However, it dropped to -1 °C (30.2 °F) in January 2005.
On the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 18 °C (64.5 °F). However, it reached 21.2 °C (70.2 °F) in January 2018.
Precipitation amounts to 60 mm (2.4 in), distributed over 7 days.
The day lasts on average 9 hours and 40 minutes.
There are on average 4.5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 48% of the time.
The average humidity is 79%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 16 kph (10 mph).
The average sea temperature is of 15 °C (59 °F). Therefore, the sea is cold for swimming.
In February, the coldest month of the year, the weather in Minorca is usually mild. The average temperature is of 10.9 °C (52 °F), with a minimum of 7.4 °C (45.3 °F) and a maximum of 14.4 °C (57.9 °F). On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 3 °C (37 °F). However, it dropped to -1.1 °C (30 °F) in February 2010.On the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 18 °C (65 °F). However, it reached 21.2 °C (70.2 °F) in February 2020.
Precipitation amounts to 50 mm (2 in), distributed over 6 days.
The day lasts on average 10 hours and 40 minutes.There are on average 5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 48% of the time.
The average humidity is 78%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 17 kph (10 mph).The average sea temperature is of 14 °C (57 °F). Therefore, the sea is very cold for swimming.
In March, the weather in Minorca is usually mild. The average temperature is of 12.6 °C (55 °F), with a minimum of 8.8 °C (47.8 °F) and a maximum of 16.3 °C (61.3 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 4 °C (39 °F). However, it dropped to 0.1 °C (32.2 °F) in March 2005.On the warmest days, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 21 °C (70 °F). However, it reached 27.2 °C (81 °F) in March 2001.
Precipitation amounts to 50 mm (2 in), distributed over 7 days.
The day lasts on average 12 hours and 0 minutes.There are on average 6.5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 54% of the time.
The average humidity is 76%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 17 kph (10 mph).The average sea temperature is of 14 °C (57 °F). Therefore, the sea is very cold for swimming.
In April, the weather in Minorca is usually very mild. The average temperature is of 14.8 °C (59 °F), with a minimum of 10.9 °C (51.6 °F) and a maximum of 18.6 °C (65.5 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 5.5 °C (42 °F). However, it dropped to 2.8 °C (37 °F) in April 2019.On the warmest days, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 23.5 °C (74 °F). However, it reached 27.7 °C (81.9 °F) in April 2012.
Precipitation amounts to 45 mm (1.8 in), distributed over 7 days.
The day lasts on average 13 hours and 20 minutes.There are on average 7.5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 56% of the time.
The average humidity is 76%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 16 kph (10 mph).The average sea temperature is of 15 °C (59 °F). Therefore, the sea is cold for swimming.
In May, the weather in Minorca is usually warm. The average temperature is of 18.1 °C (65 °F), with a minimum of 14 °C (57.2 °F) and a maximum of 22.2 °C (72 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 10 °C (49.5 °F). However, it dropped to 5.4 °C (41.7 °F) in May 2019.On the warmest days, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 27.5 °C (81 °F). However, it reached 31 °C (87.8 °F) in May 1999.
Precipitation amounts to 30 mm (1.2 in), distributed over 5 days.
The day lasts on average 14 hours and 25 minutes. So the days are long.There are on average 8.5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 60% of the time.
The average humidity is 74%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 15 kph (9 mph).The average sea temperature is of 17 °C (62.5 °F). Therefore, the sea is cold for swimming.
In June, the weather in Minorca is usually warm. The average temperature is of 22.2 °C (72 °F), with a minimum of 17.9 °C (64.2 °F) and a maximum of 26.5 °C (79.7 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 13.5 °C (56 °F). However, it dropped to 10.7 °C (51.3 °F) in June 2010.On the warmest days, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 31.5 °C (88.5 °F). However, it reached 34 °C (93.2 °F) in June 2001.
Precipitation amounts to 15 mm (0.6 in), distributed over 2 days.
The day lasts on average 15 hours and 0 minutes. So the days are long. June 21, the summer solstice, is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.There are on average 10.5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 69% of the time.
The average humidity is 69%.
The average wind speed is 14 kph (9 mph).The average sea temperature is of 21 °C (70 °F). Therefore, the sea is cool for swimming.
In July, the weather in Minorca is usually warm to hot. The average temperature is of 25.1 °C (77 °F), with a minimum of 20.9 °C (69.6 °F) and a maximum of 29.3 °C (84.7 °F). On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 17 °C (62.5 °F). However, it dropped to 14.6 °C (58.3 °F) in July 2002.On the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 33.5 °C (92 °F). However, it reached 36.1 °C (97 °F) in July 2003.
Precipitation amounts to only 5 mm (0.2 in), and all occurs in one day.
The day lasts on average 14 hours and 40 minutes. So the days are long.There are on average 11 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 76% of the time.
The average humidity is 68%.
The average wind speed is 13 kph (8 mph).The average sea temperature is of 24 °C (75 °F). Therefore, the sea is warm enough for swimming.
In August, the hottest month of the year, the weather in Minorca is usually warm to hot. The average temperature is of 25.6 °C (78 °F), with a minimum of 21.6 °C (70.9 °F) and a maximum of 29.7 °C (85.5 °F). On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 17 °C (63 °F). However, it dropped to 13.6 °C (56.5 °F) in August 1999.On the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 33.5 °C (92.5 °F). However, it reached 37.7 °C (99.9 °F) in August 2017.
Precipitation amounts to 25 mm (1 in), distributed over 2 days.
The day lasts on average 13 hours and 40 minutes.There are on average 10 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 74% of the time.
The average humidity is 70%.
The average wind speed is 13 kph (8 mph).The average sea temperature is of 25 °C (77 °F). Therefore, the sea is warm enough for swimming.
In September, the weather in Minorca is usually warm to hot and muggy. The average temperature is of 22.8 °C (73 °F), with a minimum of 19 °C (66.2 °F) and a maximum of 26.5 °C (79.7 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 14 °C (57.5 °F). However, it dropped to 10.4 °C (50.7 °F) in September 2007.On the warmest days, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 30.5 °C (86.5 °F). However, it reached 34.2 °C (93.6 °F) in September 2016.
Precipitation amounts to 60 mm (2.4 in), distributed over 5 days.
The day lasts on average 12 hours and 25 minutes.There are on average 7.5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 60% of the time.
The average humidity is 72%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 14 kph (8 mph).The average sea temperature is of 24 °C (75 °F). Therefore, the sea is warm enough for swimming.
In October, the weather in Minorca is usually warm. The average temperature is of 19.6 °C (67 °F), with a minimum of 16.2 °C (61.2 °F) and a maximum of 22.9 °C (73.2 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 11 °C (51.5 °F). However, it dropped to 7.6 °C (45.7 °F) in October 1997.On the warmest days, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 27 °C (80.5 °F). However, it reached 30.1 °C (86.2 °F) in October 2016.
Precipitation amounts to 100 mm (3.9 in), distributed over 8 days.
The day lasts on average 11 hours and 5 minutes.There are on average 6 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 53% of the time.
The average humidity is 77%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 15 kph (9 mph).The average sea temperature is of 22 °C (71.5 °F). Therefore, the sea is cool for swimming.
In November, the weather in Minorca is usually very mild. The average temperature is of 15.0 °C (59 °F), with a minimum of 11.8 °C (53.2 °F) and a maximum of 18.3 °C (64.9 °F). On the coldest nights, which normally occur at the end of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 6.5 °C (44 °F). However, it dropped to 3 °C (37.4 °F) in November 2013.On the warmest days, which normally occur at the beginning of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 23 °C (73.5 °F). However, it reached 25.4 °C (77.7 °F) in November 2013.
Precipitation amounts to 85 mm (3.3 in), distributed over 8 days.
The day lasts on average 9 hours and 55 minutes.There are on average 4.5 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 48% of the time.
The average humidity is 78%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 16 kph (10 mph).The average sea temperature is of 19 °C (66 °F). Therefore, the sea is very cool for swimming.
In December, the weather in Minorca is usually mild. The average temperature is of 12.2 °C (54 °F), with a minimum of 9 °C (48.2 °F) and a maximum of 15.5 °C (59.9 °F). On the coldest nights of the month, the temperature usually drops to around 4 °C (39.5 °F). However, it dropped to 1.4 °C (34.5 °F) in December 2001.On the warmest days of the month, the temperature usually reaches around 19.5 °C (66.5 °F). However, it reached 21.4 °C (70.5 °F) in December 2018.
Precipitation amounts to 80 mm (3.1 in), distributed over 8 days.
The day lasts on average 9 hours and 25 minutes. December 21, the winter solstice, is the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere.There are on average 4 hours of sunshine per day. So, the sun shines 45% of the time.
The average humidity is 79%. Hence, the air is normally humid.
The average wind speed is 16 kph (10 mph).The average sea temperature is of 16 °C (61 °F). Therefore, the sea is cold for swimming.
FAQs
What is the rainiest month in California? ›
December, January and February are typically the wettest months in the Golden State, with 75 percent of the state's annual precipitation falling between November and March.
What temperature is needed for precipitation? ›Rain: Rain made of liquid water droplets falls when temperatures in the air and at the surface are above freezing (32°F, 0°C). Rain can start as water droplets or ice crystals in a cloud but always falls as liquid water.
Does higher temperature mean more precipitation? ›Simply put, precipitation amounts are increasing as temperatures rise because warm air holds more water vapor: a 1°F rise in temperature equals as much as a 4% increase in atmospheric water vapor. Other factors can contribute to rainfall, including El Niño and La Niña.
Will 2023 be a wet year in California? ›In summary
The year 2023 began with a historic bang — record precipitation and disastrous flooding throughout much of California. Parched watersheds soaked up the first rains, but soon became waterlogged.
Hilo, Hawaii, takes the top spot for the rainiest city in the US, with an average of 276 days of rain per year.
What are the conditions for good precipitation? ›A necessary condition to the formation of precipitation is that the air becomes saturated with water vapor. Saturation is the first step in the formation of precipitation (i.e. it is necessary but not sufficient). pressure. Air becomes saturated if RH is 100%.
Can it sleet at 45 degrees? ›Sleet and snow can still occur in situations in which the surface air temperature is above 45 F when the air aloft cools very rapidly with height but this situation is not common and the precipitation will melt very quickly once it reaches the ground surface.
What is precipitation vs rain? ›The difference between Rain and Precipitation is rain falls as water droplets, whereas precipitation can fall as snow, water, etc. Precipitation can take the form of liquid and frozen water or ice, whereas rain only happens when the precipitation is in the form of water.
Is high precipitation good? ›The potential impacts of heavy precipitation include crop damage, soil erosion, and an increase in flood risk due to heavy rains (see the River Flooding indicator)—which in turn can lead to injuries, drownings, and other flooding-related effects on health.
Is high precipitation bad? ›Precipitation extremes create many safety hazards and health risks. Over the last several decades, we have already seen an increase in the number of heavy precipitation events in the U.S. These events have contributed to more severe flooding in certain regions.
Does high precipitation mean humidity? ›
Connection of Rain and Humidity
When it rains, it will increase the relative humidity because of the evaporation. The air where the rain is falling may not be completely saturated with water vapor. However, the longer it rains, the more the humidity will increase because of the air constantly drawing the water.
The seasons with the ideal climate to make a trip to Los Angeles are early autumn (October) and late spring (May-June). Of course, you can also go in the summer, but if you cannot withstand hot temperatures, I recommend that you visit the coastal areas and avoid venturing towards the desert region.
What month is best to visit Los Angeles? ›The best times to visit Los Angeles are from March to May and between September and November, when the air is more breathable and the crowds are less oppressive.
When should I go to Santa Monica Pier? ›Late afternoon is a great time to head out to the Santa Monica Pier, with no shortage of things to do or see. Take the time to watch a street performer, or see how the pros fish at the end of the pier. Grab a drink and an appetizer at one of the many restaurants as you ease into the evening in Santa Monica.
How long will California be habitable? ›America has been under a global climate crisis for a long period of time – chaos is now interfering with our livable climate and if we don't do anything to preserve it, parts of California could submerge as soon as 2040.
How is California drought 2023? ›California/Nevada conditions as of February 14, 2023: 84.6% of California is experiencing Moderate (D1) to Exceptional (D4) Drought (0% in D3, 0% in D4) California population in drought: 33,411,791. 87.4% of Nevada is experiencing Moderate (D1) to Exceptional (D4) Drought (6.13% in D3, 0% in D4)
Is the California drought getting better? ›While conditions have improved, all of the state remains under some form of drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor, with 33% of the state designated as being in severe drought. Officials said a likely return to dryness in the future is all the more reason to save every drop while it's here.
What is the gloomiest city in the US? ›1. Anchorage, AK. With an average of over 230 cloudy days per year, Anchorage is the gloomiest city in the United States. This high number of cloudy days actually means that Anchorage spends about 65% of every year under clouds.
What state gets the most rain? ›In the United States in 2021, Mississippi recorded 66.84 inches of precipitation, the highest amount of within the contiguous 48 states that year. Nevada was the driest state, with only 9.56 inches of precipitation recorded.
What state has the most rainy days? ›The wettest state in the U.S. is Hawaii.
What are 3 types of precipitation? ›
- Rain. Most commonly observed, drops larger than drizzle (0.02 inch / 0.5 mm or more) are considered rain. ...
- Drizzle. Fairly uniform precipitation composed exclusively of fine drops very close together. ...
- Ice Pellets (Sleet) ...
- Hail. ...
- Small Hail (Snow Pellets) ...
- Snow. ...
- Snow Grains. ...
- Ice Crystals.
Precipitation formation requires three ingredients: water vapor, sufficient lift to condense the water vapor into clouds, and a growth process that allows cloud droplets to grow large and heavy enough to fall as precipitation. Significant precipitation usually requires clouds to be at least 4,000 feet thick.
How long can you stay in 45 degree water? ›At a water temperature of 32.5 to 40 degrees, death may occur in 30 - 90 minutes. At a water temperature of 40 to 50 degrees, death may occur in 1 - 3 hours. At a water temperature of 50 - 60 degrees, death may occur in 1 - 6 hours.
Will snow stick to the ground at 35 degrees? ›7 FACTS ABOUT SNOW
If the above-freezing layer of air is limited to near the surface, the snow won't have much time to melt before it reaches the ground, allowing it to keep snowing even if your outside thermometer says 33, 34, or 35 degrees.
But the atmosphere must contain moisture to generate snow--and very cold air contains very little moisture. Once the air temperature at ground level drops below about -10 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees Celsius), snowfall becomes unlikely in most places.
What does 100 precipitation mean? ›A 0% chance indicates there are not adequate mechanisms in order to generate precipitation. The troposphere is too stable to generate precipitation. A 100% chance guarantees precipitation will occur. A 100% chance will be issued when it is already precipitating or mechanisms are in place to guarantee precipitation.
Does precipitation always mean rain? ›Precipitation is any liquid or frozen water that forms in the atmosphere and falls back to the earth. It comes in many forms, like rain, sleet, and snow. Along with evaporation and condensation, precipitation is one of the three major parts of the global water cycle.
What does 40% chance of rain mean in the weather? ›(2) If the forecaster expected a widespread area of precipitation with 100% coverage to approach, but he/she was only 40% certain that it would reach the forecast area, this would, as well, result in a "40% chance of rain" at any given location in the forecast area.
Is 70% precipitation a lot? ›40%-50% - SCATTERED - Roughly half of the area will encounter a shower or storm. 60%-70% - NUMEROUS - Much of the area is covered so it's likely you will get wet. 80%-100% - WIDESPREAD - The entire area is covered with showers and storms so everyone gets rain!
What does precipitation 70% mean? ›Chance of precipitation
For example, a 70% chance of rain represents a 7 in 10 chance that precipitation will fall at some point during that period. Chance of precipitation represents how likely it is that rain (or other precipitation: sleet, snow, hail, drizzle etc.) will fall from the sky at a certain time.
What is 80% precipitation mean? ›
An 80 percent chance of rain (or of any other kind of precipitation) means the weather forecaster believes there will be an eight in ten chance (or 80 chances out of 100) of measurable precipitation (0.01 inch or more) in the area under consideration during the time interval that is specified in the weather forecast ( ...
How much precipitation is too much? ›Heavy rainfall is more than 0.30 inches of rain per hour. Rainfall amount is described as the depth of water reaching the ground, typically in inches or millimeters (25 mm equals one inch).
Is 20 percent precipitation a lot? ›When a meteorologist says that there is a 20 percent chance of rain, that is not a ''cover your rear'' percentage. It usually means that the atmosphere is generally stable but there's just enough of a particular ingredient (i.e. moisture, heat, lift) to squeeze out a shower of a very limited area.
Does 100% precipitation mean rain? ›So… if the forecaster knows precipitation is sure to occur ( confidence is 100% ), he/she is expressing how much of the area will receive measurable rain.
Is 70 percent humidity high? ›The Health and Safety Executive recommends that relative humidity indoors should be maintained at 40-70%, while other experts recommend that the range should be 30-60%. Most people find 30-60% most comfortable and this is the level that Airthings recommends.
How much precipitation is required for rain? ›Light rain — when the precipitation rate is < 2.5 mm (0.098 in) per hour. Moderate rain — when the precipitation rate is between 2.5 mm (0.098 in) – 7.6 mm (0.30 in) or 10 mm (0.39 in) per hour. Heavy rain — when the precipitation rate is > 7.6 mm (0.30 in) per hour, or between 10 mm (0.39 in) and 50 mm (2.0 in) per ...
What does 100% humidity feel like? ›A relative humidity of 0% would make it feel like it's only 69° F (20.5° C). On the other hand, a relative humidity of 100% would make it feel like it's 80° F (26.6° C). So what's a comfortable humidity level? Studies have shown that we tend to feel most comfortable at a relative humidity of around 45%.
What is the rainiest month in Los Angeles? ›The month with the most rain in Los Angeles is February, with an average rainfall of 3.3 inches. The rainless period of the year lasts for 5.7 months, from April 25 to October 16. The month with the least rain in Los Angeles is July, with an average rainfall of 0.0 inches.
What is the rainiest year in Los Angeles? ›3) Annual normals and records above reflect those for a calendar year (January through December). The record high for a rainfall season (July through June) was 38.18 inches during the 1883-1884 season and the low record was 3.21 inches during the 2006-2007 season.
What is the best time to visit Grand Canyon? ›Spring (March-May)
Spring and fall (the “shoulder seasons”) are often considered the best times of year to visit the Grand Canyon because daytime temperatures are typically lower and crowds are generally thinner.
What is the cheapest month to visit California? ›
The best time to visit California on a budget is during the spring shoulder season from March to May. This period just before the summer crowds arrive features some of the lowest prices on flights and accommodations from hotels to Airbnbs.
What month is best to go to California? ›The best time to visit California is in the spring during April and in the fall from September to October. During those months, the crowds are tolerable, and it's the best time for outdoor activities as the temperatures are usually pleasant and not too hot.
What month is rainy in California? ›December, January and February are typically the wettest months in the Golden State, with 75 percent of the state's annual precipitation falling between November and March.
Is it better to stay in Venice Beach or Santa Monica? ›Venice Beach vs Santa Monica Beach—Both Are Winners
The touristy areas of these cities offer different things. Venice Beach is a vibrant beach locale that's perfect during the day, whereas the larger Santa Monica provides a wider range of things to do and a much more happening nightlife.
Summer is peak tourism season in Santa Monica, with a high volume of people traveling into Downtown during weekends and holidays.
What time of the year does it rain the most in California? ›The month with the most rain in California is August, with an average rainfall of 3.6 inches. The month with the least rain in California is February, with an average rainfall of 2.3 inches.
What month does it rain the most? ›His conclusion is that June is, overall, most frequently the wettest month in the U.S. with 2,053 of the 8,535 sites reporting such.
What month has the best weather in California? ›The months of September and October are ideal to visit California as they avoid the fog and the crowds and the temperature is ideal for spending time on the beach, sight-seeing, and attending festivals. One of the many appeals of California is that it's a great destination any time of year.
What is the driest month in California? ›The driest month in Los Angeles County is July with 0.01 inches of precipitation, and with 3.68 inches February is the wettest month.
What time of year is best to go to California? ›The best time to visit California is summertime from June to August. This is the peak tourism season for the state for good reason. Every part of the state is accessible, making hikes and outdoor adventures in the northern regions possible with mild, comfortable temperatures.
Where is it 70 degrees year round in the United States? ›
Where is it 70 degrees year-round in the U.S.? While temperatures fluctuate throughout the year in most U.S. states, there are some that see averages around 70-degree weather year-round. These states include Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and New Mexico.
What is the rainiest city in California? ›Gasquet is located in the Smith River National Recreation Area and is reputed to be the rainiest place in California with an average annual rainfall of 95 inches (2,400 mm). A post office operated at Gasquet from 1879 to 1902 and from 1949 to present.
Which is the driest month? ›February and March are the driest months. (c) Range of Temperature is (33.0 – 24.5) = 8.5°C. (d) The respective station has a maritime climate because there is not much difference between the highest and lowest temperature of the year. In other words it has an equable climate.
What is the rainiest day of the week? ›Analysis has revealed that over the last 110 years, Tuesdays were the wettest days, followed closely by Sundays.
What month is it least likely to rain? ›The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it's most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.
What's the coldest month in California? ›Your answer: December is the coldest month in California, closely followed by January and February. Taking averages across the state, December, January and February are the coldest months in California.
What city is the coldest in California? ›Using existing weather data, Bodie is officially the coldest spot in California, but colder temperatures do occur on the highest peaks of the Sierra Nevada and White mountains.
What season is the air most dry? ›In the winter, the cold air that seeps into your home from the outside has a lower humidity -- meaning that it carries very little moisture.