Kankainen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kankainen, Western Finland, Finland. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Kankainen receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 712 mm (28 in) annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Kankainen, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 39 mm (1.5 in) over 16 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). 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 Kankainen Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Finland: City Comparison

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

Kankainen vs World: Rainfall Compared

Kankainen's average annual precipitation is 712 mm (28 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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