Oberhausen Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Oberhausen. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Generally, Oberhausen receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 844 mm annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm)
December, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 6°C and receives 45 hours of sunshine. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Oberhausen Temperature page.
Annual Precipitation in Germany
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Germany. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide
Oberhausen’s average annual precipitation is 844 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.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm, with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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 Oberhausen’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Oberhausen Climate page.
Current rainfall in Oberhausen
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