Kauhajoki Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kauhajoki, Western Finland, Finland. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Kauhajoki has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 726 mm (29 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, July receives substantial rainfall, averaging 95 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 14 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March brings less snow/rainfall, with 38 mm (1.5 in) over 15 snowy/rainy days.
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 3°C (37°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kauhajoki 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.
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Kauhajoki vs World: Rainfall Compared
Kauhajoki's average annual precipitation is 726 mm (29 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.
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 Kauhajoki's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kauhajoki Climate page.
