Ixelles Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Ixelles. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Ixelles receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 821 mm annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Ixelles occurs in August, which receives around 79 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Ixelles experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 55 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

August, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Ixelles Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Belgium

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Belgium. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Ixelles’s average annual precipitation is 821 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

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

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.

Sea vs. Land Precipitation

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.

For more detailed information about Ixelles’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ixelles Climate page.