Matrei in Osttirol Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Matrei in Osttirol, Tyrol, Austria. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let’s explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Matrei in Osttirol is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1540 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Matrei in Osttirol, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 193 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 80 mm over 16 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. The city receives 241 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -5°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Matrei in Osttirol Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Austria

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Matrei in Osttirol’s average annual precipitation is 1540 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm, making it wetter than Sydney.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Interesting weather facts

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm wide and 20 cm thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Matrei in Osttirol’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Matrei in Osttirol Climate page.