Glava Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Glava, Värmland, Sweden. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Glava has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 847 mm (33 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, August receives substantial rainfall, averaging 100 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation, recorded across 15 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March brings less snow/rainfall, with 43 mm (1.7 in) over 14 snowy/rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 225 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Glava Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Sweden: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Sweden. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Glava vs World: Rainfall Compared
Glava's average annual precipitation is 847 mm (33 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.
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.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Glava's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Glava Climate page.
