UpernavikAws Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in UpernavikAws, Greenland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
With annual rain/snowfall averaging 398 mm (16 in), UpernavikAws maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. However, it does have a distinct dry season during certain months, creating distinct patterns as demonstrated in our detailed graph below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, August receives substantial rainfall, averaging 55 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation, recorded across 5 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February brings less snowfall, with 15 mm (0.6 in) over 7 snowy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 8°C (46°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -20°C (-4°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our UpernavikAws Temperature page.
Explore UpernavikAws's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for UpernavikAws spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Greenland: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Greenland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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UpernavikAws vs World: Rainfall Compared
UpernavikAws's average annual precipitation is 398 mm (16 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
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.
- 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 UpernavikAws's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our UpernavikAws Climate page.
