Eidfjord Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Eidfjord, Hordaland, Norway. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Eidfjord has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1660 mm (65 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While snowfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. January brings wetter days averaging 188 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation, spread over 22 snowy days.

In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 88 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall spread across 16 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of -2°C (28°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Eidfjord Temperature page.

Eidfjord's average annual precipitation is 1660 mm (65 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

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

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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