Molėtai Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Molėtai, Utena county, Lithuania. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Molėtai receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 768 mm (30 in) annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 88 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, March, still receives a respectable 48 mm (1.9 in) of snow/rainfall.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). The city receives 219 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 5°C (41°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Molėtai Temperature page.
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in June
Explore Molėtai's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Molėtai spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Lithuania: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Lithuania. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Molėtai vs World: Rainfall Compared
Molėtai's average annual precipitation is 768 mm (30 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is influenced by coastal weather, with 469 mm (18 in) of rainfall mostly during the winter months.
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.
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.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Molėtai:
- 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.
- 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 Molėtai's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Molėtai Climate page.
