Egmond aan den Hoef Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Egmond aan den Hoef, Noord-Holland, Netherlands. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let’s explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Egmond aan den Hoef experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 976 mm yearly.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wet season, October receives substantial rainfall, averaging 110 mm of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the drier season, April brings less rainfall, with 48 mm over 14 rainy days.October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 12°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Egmond aan den Hoef Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in the Netherlands
The map below shows the annual precipitation across the Netherlands. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Egmond aan den Hoef’s average annual precipitation is 976 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm, characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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.
Interesting weather facts
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm 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 Egmond aan den Hoef’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Egmond aan den Hoef Climate page.
