Borgarnes Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Borgarnes, West Iceland, Iceland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Borgarnes has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1364 mm (54 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
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, February, sees around 145 mm (5.7 in) of snow/rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of snow/rain now and then. The driest month, June, still receives a respectable 76 mm (3 in) of rainfall.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C (37°F). The city receives 60 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Borgarnes Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Borgarnes's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Borgarnes spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Iceland: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Iceland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Borgarnes vs World: Rainfall Compared
Borgarnes's average annual precipitation is 1364 mm (54 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.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
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.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Borgarnes's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Borgarnes Climate page.
