Slagelse Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Slagelse, Region Sjælland, Denmark. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Slagelse receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 746 mm (29 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Slagelse experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 75 mm (3 in) in August, the wettest month, and 42 mm (1.7 in) in April, the driest month.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 223 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Slagelse Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Denmark: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Denmark. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Slagelse vs World: Rainfall Compared
Slagelse's average annual precipitation is 746 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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 Slagelse:
- 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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Slagelse's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Slagelse Climate page.
