La Chaux-de-Fonds Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in La Chaux-de-Fonds. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

La Chaux-de-Fonds has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1555 mm of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Despite minor fluctuations, La Chaux-de-Fonds enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In May, you can expect around 156 mm of precipitation, while in March, La Chaux-de-Fonds receives about 109 mm.

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C. The city receives 209 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 10°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our La Chaux-de-Fonds Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Switzerland

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

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Heavy annual rainfall has been defined as more than 1000 mm precipitation. High: 600 mm to 1000 mm. Moderate: 250 mm to 600 mm. Low: less than 250 mm.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

La Chaux-de-Fonds’s average annual precipitation is 1555 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including La Chaux-de-Fonds:

• 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.

For more detailed information about La Chaux-de-Fonds’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our La Chaux-de-Fonds Climate page.