Average Rainy - Precipitation days in Uitgeest

Over the course of the year, Uitgeest experiences 958 mm of rain/snow across 190 days. On this page you will discover more about the number of precipitation days.

Monthly Distribution of Rainy Days

October is usually the wettest with 102 mm of rain over 17 rainy days, whereas April averages 51 mm during its 14 rainy days.

Amsterdam Precipitation Days Compared World Wide

Uitgeest's average annual precipitation falls over 190 days. Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Cairo, Egypt, there are only about 16 precipitation days annually, making it one of the driest capitals in the world.

In Bogotá, Colombia, there are around 188 precipitation days annually, typical for its high-altitude tropical climate.

In Athens, Greece, it rains around 70 days in the year; therefore, it is one of the driest Mediterranean cities, mainly dominated by winter rainfall.

Chicago, USA, has 133 precipitation days annually, with a mix of rain and snow.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 198 precipitation days annually, with wetter summers compared to winter.

Adelaide, Australia, records about 86 precipitation days per year, with dry summers and wet winters.

Rain Facts From Around the Globe

Let’s explore more fascinating precipitation records:

• Tutunendo, Colombia, gets about 340 days of rain every year, which arguably makes it the wettest place in the world.
• On Réunion Island, a tropical cyclone generated 1825 mm in just 24 hours.
• Singapore receives thunder on 167 days in the year and is considered one of the most thunderous cities in the world.
• The smallest drops that fall are called drizzle drops, and they have a diameter of 0.5 mm.
• Some heavy storms generate "diamond dust," which consists of very small ice crystals that float in the air.

For more detailed information about rainfall patterns in Uitgeest, visit our Rainfall & Precipitation page.