Gars am Kamp Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Gars am Kamp, Lower Austria, Austria. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Gars am Kamp experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 741 mm (29 in) yearly.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Gars am Kamp can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 96 mm (3.8 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast February, experiences much drier conditions, with 35 mm (1.4 in) of snow/rainfall, spread across 13 snowy/rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). The city receives 219 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Gars am Kamp Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Austria: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Austria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Gars am Kamp vs World: Rainfall Compared
Gars am Kamp's average annual precipitation is 741 mm (29 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 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.
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.
The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
- Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.
- 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 Gars am Kamp's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gars am Kamp Climate page.
