Farstad Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Farstad, Møre og Romsdal, 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.

Farstad is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1728 mm (68 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Farstad experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 191 mm (7.5 in) in September, the wettest month, and 89 mm (3.5 in) in May, the driest month.

September, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C (59°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Farstad Temperature page.

Farstad's average annual precipitation is 1728 mm (68 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

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