Colditz Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Colditz, Saxony, Germany. 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.
Generally, Colditz has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 792 mm (31 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Colditz experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 85 mm (3.3 in) in July, the wettest month, and 48 mm (1.9 in) in April, the driest month.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 25°C (77°F). The city receives 231 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Colditz Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Germany: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Germany. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Colditz vs World: Rainfall Compared
Colditz's average annual precipitation is 792 mm (31 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- 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 Colditz's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Colditz Climate page.
