Fehraltorf Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Fehraltorf, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland. 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.

Fehraltorf is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1397 mm (55 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Precipitation levels in Fehraltorf remain relatively steady throughout the year. June has the most rain, with 148 mm (5.8 in) over 17 days. In February, this drops slightly to 94 mm (3.7 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 208 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Fehraltorf Temperature page.

Fehraltorf's average annual precipitation is 1397 mm (55 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

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.

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