Dirdal Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Dirdal. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Dirdal has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2161 mm of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Dirdal can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 239 mm of precipitation over 24 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast May, experiences much drier conditions, with 110 mm of rainfall, spread across 18 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C. The city receives 48 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 13°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Dirdal Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Norway

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Dirdal’s average annual precipitation is 2161 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

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

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

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.

For more detailed information about Dirdal’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Dirdal Climate page.