Golling an der Salzach Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Golling an der Salzach, Salzburg, Austria. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Golling an der Salzach experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1909 mm (75 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Golling an der Salzach experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 226 mm (8.9 in) in June, the wettest month, and 115 mm (4.5 in) in November, the driest month.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 201 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Golling an der Salzach Temperature page.

Golling an der Salzach's average annual precipitation is 1909 mm (75 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm (49 in) of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

• 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 Golling an der Salzach's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Golling an der Salzach Climate page.