Moss Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Moss, Østfold, Norway. 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, Moss experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 942 mm (37 in) yearly.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Moss offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between October (97 mm (3.8 in)) and March (55 mm (2.2 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). The city receives 85 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Moss Temperature page.

Moss's average annual precipitation is 942 mm (37 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.

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