Berninahäuser Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Berninahäuser, Grisons, Switzerland. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Berninahäuser experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1284 mm (51 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Berninahäuser shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 142 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, February offers drier and sunnier days, with around 64 mm (2.5 in) of snowfall over 16 snowy days.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). The city receives 188 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -4°C (25°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Berninahäuser Temperature page.

Berninahäuser's average annual precipitation is 1284 mm (51 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

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