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In Portugal, the average annual rainfall varies significantly by region, typically ranging from about 600 mm (23.6 inches) in the drier southern areas to over 1,200 mm (47.2 inches) in the wetter northern regions. The Azores islands can receive even more, with some areas getting over 2,000 mm (78.7 inches) annually. Rainfall patterns are influenced by the Mediterranean climate, with most precipitation occurring during the winter months.
Areas along the Lacandon Jungle receive in excess of 2,600 millimeters (102 inches) of rainfall in an average year. These lands are mostly tropical monsoon (Köppen AmW), with fairly constant temperatures averaging 25°C (77 °F).
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On average, about 100 cm (39 inches) of precipitation falls to Earth in a typical year. This can vary greatly depending on location and climate conditions. Areas near the equator tend to receive more precipitation than areas near the poles.
Deserts are areas that receive less than 25 cm of precipitation on average per year. That is about 10 inches (250 mm) or annual rainfall.
The annual amount of precipitation in the Arctic varies depending on the specific location within the region. On average, Arctic areas receive around 200-250 millimeters (8-10 inches) of precipitation annually, which includes both rain and snow. However, some areas may receive more or less precipitation based on local weather patterns.
Areas with heavy precipitation are called rainforests or wetlands.
California has a temperate climate with rainfall of 15 inches (380 mm) to 50 inches (1,300 mm) per year. Some areas of Coast Redwood forest receive over 100 inches (2,500 mm) of precipitation per year.
Tropical rainforests typically receive the most precipitation on average, with some areas receiving up to 400 inches (10,000 mm) of rain per year.
In the Florida Keys, areas that receive between 21 and 60 inches of precipitation are typically found on the larger islands, such as Key Largo and Islamorada. These regions experience a tropical climate, with rainfall distributed throughout the year, often peaking during the summer months. The more lush, inland areas tend to receive higher precipitation compared to the drier coastal zones. Overall, the precipitation levels can vary significantly depending on local topography and seasonal weather patterns.
Utah's average annual precipitation is around 12 inches, varying across the state due to its diverse geography. The northern regions tend to receive more precipitation than the southern areas, which are typically more arid.
The average amount of precipitation the Mountain states receive in a year can vary greatly depending on the specific state and location within the state. On average, mountain states like Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming can receive anywhere from 10 to 20 inches of precipitation per year, with some areas having higher amounts due to elevation and topography. However, some more arid regions in these states may receive less than 10 inches per year.
A desert is defined as a region that receives less than 10 inches (250 mm) of precipitation per year on average. Some deserts receive much less, virtually nothing. It can fall as rain, snow, hail, sleet or grauple.