Ostercappeln Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ostercappeln, Germany. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
On average, Ostercappeln receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 856 mm (34 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Year-round, Ostercappeln has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, July, with 84 mm (3.3 in), and the driest month, April, with 57 mm (2.2 in), is minimal.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C (75°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 15°C (59°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ostercappeln Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Germany: City Comparison
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.
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Ostercappeln vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ostercappeln's average annual precipitation is 856 mm (34 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
- The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
- Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
- A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.
For more detailed information about Ostercappeln's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ostercappeln Climate page.
