Flekkefjord Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Flekkefjord, Norway. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Flekkefjord has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1780 mm (70 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Flekkefjord, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 202 mm (8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 23 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, May, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 90 mm (3.5 in) over 17 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Flekkefjord Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Norway: City Comparison

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

Flekkefjord vs World: Rainfall Compared

Flekkefjord's average annual precipitation is 1780 mm (70 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.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Flekkefjord:

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