Himmersundet Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Himmersundet, Västerbotten, Sweden. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Himmersundet has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 755 mm (30 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Himmersundet experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 89 mm (3.5 in) in July, the wettest month, and 42 mm (1.7 in) in March, the driest month.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 289 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 2°C (36°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Himmersundet 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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Himmersundet vs World: Rainfall Compared
Himmersundet's average annual precipitation is 755 mm (30 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Himmersundet's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Himmersundet Climate page.
