Herrliberg Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Herrliberg, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Herrliberg has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1511 mm of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
The wettest period in Herrliberg occurs in June, which receives around 160 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, January, Herrliberg experiences high snow/rainfall, totaling approximately 101 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C. The city receives 208 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 5°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Herrliberg Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Switzerland
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Switzerland. 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
Herrliberg’s average annual precipitation is 1511 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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.
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 Herrliberg’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Herrliberg Climate page.
Current rainfall in Herrliberg
