Davos Dorf Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Davos Dorf, Switzerland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Davos Dorf has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1539 mm (61 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. June brings wetter days averaging 181 mm (7.1 in) of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, February experiences a drier climate, with about 89 mm (3.5 in) of snowfall spread across 16 snowy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). The city receives 168 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -2°C (28°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Davos Dorf Temperature page.

Davos Dorf's average annual precipitation is 1539 mm (61 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

• 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 Davos Dorf's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Davos Dorf Climate page.