Busingen am Hochrhein Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Busingen am Hochrhein, Canton of Schaffhausen, 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.
Busingen am Hochrhein has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1084 mm (43 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The wettest period in Busingen am Hochrhein occurs in May, which receives around 113 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, February, Busingen am Hochrhein experiences moderate snow/rainfall, totaling approximately 73 mm (2.9 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 193 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Busingen am Hochrhein 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.
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Busingen am Hochrhein vs World: Rainfall Compared
Busingen am Hochrhein's average annual precipitation is 1084 mm (43 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.
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.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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 Busingen am Hochrhein's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Busingen am Hochrhein Climate page.
