Hvolsvöllur Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Hvolsvöllur, South Iceland, Iceland. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Hvolsvöllur has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1756 mm (69 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 191 mm (7.5 in) of precipitation, spread over 17 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 96 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall spread across 17 rainy days.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 4°C (39°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Hvolsvöllur Temperature page.

Hvolsvöllur's average annual precipitation is 1756 mm (69 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.

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.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

• 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 Hvolsvöllur's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Hvolsvöllur Climate page.