Leirubakki Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Leirubakki, South Iceland, Iceland. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Leirubakki is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1723 mm (68 in). While the overall climate is wet, there are notable seasonal patterns that create interesting contrasts, as demonstrated in our graph below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While snow/rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. February brings wetter days averaging 191 mm (7.5 in) of precipitation, spread over 16 snowy/rainy days.

In contrast, June experiences a drier climate, with about 102 mm (4 in) of rainfall spread across 17 rainy days.

February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 3°C (37°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 14°C (57°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Leirubakki Temperature page.

Leirubakki's average annual precipitation is 1723 mm (68 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

The city of Rome, Italy, has an average annual precipitation of 832 mm (33 in), spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

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