Mase Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Mase, Canton of Valais, Switzerland. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Mase is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1513 mm (60 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Despite minor fluctuations, Mase enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In May, you can expect around 149 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation, while in March, Mase receives about 107 mm (4.2 in).

May, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). The city receives 230 hours of sunshine in this period. 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 Mase Temperature page.

Mase's average annual precipitation is 1513 mm (60 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual precipitation is 774 mm (30 in), characterized by wet winters and dry summers typical of the Mediterranean climate.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

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