Arnhem Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Arnhem receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 851 mm annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Precipitation levels in Arnhem remain relatively steady throughout the year. July has the most rain, with 85 mm over 14 days. In April, this drops slightly to 55 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C. The city receives 196 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Arnhem Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in the Netherlands
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the Netherlands. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Arnhem’s average annual precipitation is 851 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.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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 Arnhem’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Arnhem Climate page.
Current rainfall in Arnhem
