Ittoqqortoormiit Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland. 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.

Generally, Ittoqqortoormiit receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 997 mm (39 in) annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. December brings wetter days averaging 111 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation, spread over 6 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, July experiences a drier climate, with about 52 mm (2 in) of rainfall spread across 5 rainy days.

December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 4°C (39°F). The city receives 0 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ittoqqortoormiit Temperature page.

Ittoqqortoormiit's average annual precipitation is 997 mm (39 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

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