Eggedal Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Eggedal, Buskerud, Norway. 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.

Eggedal experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1165 mm (46 in) of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 135 mm (5.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February brings less snowfall, with 59 mm (2.3 in) over 13 snowy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 238 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -1°C (30°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Eggedal Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Norway: City Comparison

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.

Eggedal vs World: Rainfall Compared

Eggedal's average annual precipitation is 1165 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

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