Kabelvåg Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kabelvåg, Nordland, Norway. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Kabelvåg experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1393 mm (55 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The seasons in Kabelvåg, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 168 mm (6.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 26 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 67 mm (2.6 in) over 16 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 9°C (48°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kabelvåg Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in July
Explore Kabelvåg's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Kabelvåg spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Norway: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Norway. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Kabelvåg vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kabelvåg's average annual precipitation is 1393 mm (55 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Kabelvåg's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kabelvåg Climate page.
