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Gnesau Sonnleiten Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Gnesau Sonnleiten. 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.

Gnesau Sonnleiten is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1199 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Gnesau Sonnleiten, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 143 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 46 mm over 12 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C and receives 204 hours of sunshine. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 2°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Gnesau Sonnleiten Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Austria

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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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm precipitation. High: 600 mm to 1000 mm. Moderate: 250 mm to 600 mm. Low: less than 250 mm.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Gnesau Sonnleiten’s average annual precipitation is 1199 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Gnesau Sonnleiten:

  • 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.

For more detailed information about Gnesau Sonnleiten’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Gnesau Sonnleiten Climate page.


Current rainfall in Gnesau Sonnleiten

Tue   Dec 24
-1°C | -4°C
NW 5 m/s
overcast and no rain

overcast and no rain

Wed   Dec 25
1°C | -8°C
NW 2 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Thu   Dec 26
2°C | -9°C
N 1 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

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