Goslar Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Goslar, Lower-Saxony, Germany. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Generally, Goslar receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 906 mm (36 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Goslar has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, July, with 94 mm (3.7 in), and the driest month, April, with 61 mm (2.4 in), is minimal.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 213 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Goslar Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Germany: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Germany. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Goslar vs World: Rainfall Compared
Goslar's average annual precipitation is 906 mm (36 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.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
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.
- 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 Goslar's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Goslar Climate page.
