Geiranger Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Geiranger. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Geiranger has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1809 mm of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
While snowfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. January brings wetter days averaging 182 mm of precipitation, spread over 23 snowy days.
In contrast, May experiences a drier climate, with about 100 mm of rainfall spread across 15 rainy days.
January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of -2°C. The city receives 20 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 8°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Geiranger Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Norway
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.
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Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Geiranger’s average annual precipitation is 1809 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm, with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.
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 Geiranger’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Geiranger Climate page.
Current rainfall in Geiranger
