Balatonvilágos Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Balatonvilágos, Somogy, Hungary. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Balatonvilágos has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 696 mm (27 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Balatonvilágos experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 74 mm (2.9 in) in June, the wettest month, and 42 mm (1.7 in) in January, the driest month.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Balatonvilágos Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Hungary: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Hungary. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Balatonvilágos vs World: Rainfall Compared
Balatonvilágos's average annual precipitation is 696 mm (27 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Balatonvilágos:
- 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.
- 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 Balatonvilágos's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Balatonvilágos Climate page.
