Ålfoten Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ålfoten, Sogn og Fjordane, Norway. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Ålfoten has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2647 mm (104 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
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 288 mm (11 in) of precipitation, spread over 29 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 141 mm (5.6 in) of rainfall spread across 18 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C (37°F). The city receives 10 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ålfoten Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Norway: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Norway. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Ålfoten vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ålfoten's average annual precipitation is 2647 mm (104 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Ålfoten:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- 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 Ålfoten's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ålfoten Climate page.
