Ekshärad Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ekshärad, Värmland, Sweden. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Generally, Ekshärad experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 867 mm (34 in) yearly.

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, August receives substantial rainfall, averaging 103 mm (4.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March brings less snow/rainfall, with 44 mm (1.7 in) over 13 snowy/rainy days.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ekshärad Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Sweden: City Comparison

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

Ekshärad vs World: Rainfall Compared

Ekshärad's average annual precipitation is 867 mm (34 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.

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

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

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