Mælem Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mælem, Hedmark, Norway. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Mælem has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1001 mm (39 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 122 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March brings less snowfall, with 49 mm (1.9 in) over 14 snowy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°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 Mælem Temperature page.

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.

Mælem vs World: Rainfall Compared

Mælem's average annual precipitation is 1001 mm (39 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.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

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.

The proximity of a location to a large body of water can significantly affect its rainfall patterns:

• Ocean Influence: Coastal regions typically receive more rainfall due to the presence of moisture-laden winds from the ocean. These regions tend to have more humid climates and experience more frequent precipitation, especially in winter.
• Continental Climates: Areas further from the sea, such as inland or continental regions, experience less frequent rainfall and more extreme seasonal variations in precipitation.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Mælem's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Mælem Climate page.