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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Eskifjörður. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Eskifjörður experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1546 mm of precipitation annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Eskifjörður can be quite wet during October, receiving approximately 175 mm of precipitation over 18 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 80 mm of rainfall, spread across 13 rainy days.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 11°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Eskifjörður Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Iceland

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Eskifjörður’s average annual precipitation is 1546 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.

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

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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