Norrköping Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Norrköping, Östergötland, Sweden. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Norrköping receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 662 mm (26 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Norrköping can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 82 mm (3.2 in) of precipitation over 14 rainy days.
In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 34 mm (1.3 in) of snow/rainfall, spread across 12 snowy/rainy days.July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). The city receives 215 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Norrköping 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 Norrköping's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Norrköping spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Sweden: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Sweden. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Norrköping vs World: Rainfall Compared
Norrköping's average annual precipitation is 662 mm (26 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.
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 Norrköping:
- 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 Norrköping's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Norrköping Climate page.
