Kirkjubæjarklaustur Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Kirkjubæjarklaustur. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Kirkjubæjarklaustur experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 2114 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. September brings wetter days averaging 217 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 rainy days.

In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 126 mm of rainfall spread across 17 rainy days.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C. The city receives 110 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 11°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Kirkjubæjarklaustur Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Iceland

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Iceland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Kirkjubæjarklaustur’s average annual precipitation is 2114 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Kirkjubæjarklaustur’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kirkjubæjarklaustur Climate page.