Nes Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Nes, Friesland, Netherlands. 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.

On average, Nes receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 979 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Nes, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives high rainfall, with an average of 106 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 48 mm over 14 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

October, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 15°C. The city receives 117 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 11°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Nes Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in the Netherlands

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Nes’s average annual precipitation is 979 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Boston, USA, experiences 1238 mm of annual precipitation, including significant snowfall during the winter.

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

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Nes:

• 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.

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