Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif), Aargau, Switzerland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2050 mm (81 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))

Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 253 mm (10 in) in June, the wettest month, and 121 mm (4.8 in) in January, the driest month.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 160 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 2°C (36°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) Temperature page.

Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif)'s average annual precipitation is 2050 mm (81 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif)'s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Säntis (the highest mountain in the Alpstein massif) Climate page.