Hinterzarten Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Hinterzarten, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Hinterzarten experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1487 mm (59 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The wettest period in Hinterzarten occurs in May, which receives around 151 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Hinterzarten experiences high rainfall, totaling approximately 108 mm (4.3 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 172 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 Hinterzarten 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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Hinterzarten vs World: Rainfall Compared
Hinterzarten's average annual precipitation is 1487 mm (59 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
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.
- 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 Hinterzarten's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hinterzarten Climate page.
