Blankenburg Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Blankenburg, Aargau, Switzerland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Blankenburg is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1933 mm (76 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 210 mm (8.3 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, October, still receives a respectable 128 mm (5 in) of rainfall.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 270 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month October you can expect a temperature of 12°C (54°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Blankenburg Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Switzerland: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Switzerland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Annual

Annual

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.

Legend

heavy rainfall

high

moderate

low

almost none

Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm (39 in) precipitation. High: 600 mm (24 in) to 1000 mm (39 in). Moderate: 250 mm (9.8 in) to 600 mm (24 in). Low: less than 250 mm (9.8 in).

Blankenburg vs World: Rainfall Compared

Blankenburg's average annual precipitation is 1933 mm (76 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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

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.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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

Current rainfall in Blankenburg

10-Day Forecast