Ólafsvík Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ólafsvík, West Iceland, Iceland. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
Ólafsvík has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1175 mm (46 in) of rain/snowfall per year.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Ólafsvík shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 125 mm (4.9 in) of precipitation during the wettest month February, distributed over 17 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast, June offers drier and sunnier days, with around 57 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall over 15 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 4°C (39°F). The city receives 56 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ólafsvík Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Iceland: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Iceland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Ólafsvík vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ólafsvík's average annual precipitation is 1175 mm (46 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.
In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
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 Ólafsvík's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ólafsvík Climate page.
