Björsund Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Björsund, Sweden. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Generally, Björsund has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 662 mm (26 in) of rain/snowfall annually. However, it does experience a distinct dry season during certain months. Take a look at our detailed charts below to see the seasonal variation.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Björsund can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 80 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.

In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 35 mm (1.4 in) of snow/rainfall, spread across 12 snowy/rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). The city receives 261 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Björsund Temperature page.

Björsund's average annual precipitation is 662 mm (26 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA, over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Björsund's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Björsund Climate page.