Bürchen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Bürchen, Canton of Valais, Switzerland. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Bürchen experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1521 mm (60 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Bürchen occurs in May, which receives around 147 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, February, Bürchen experiences high snowfall, totaling approximately 104 mm (4.1 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 10°C (50°F). The city receives 160 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -3°C (27°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Bürchen Temperature page.

Bürchen's average annual precipitation is 1521 mm (60 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly 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.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

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