Otterbäcken Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Otterbäcken, Västra Götaland, Sweden. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Generally, Otterbäcken has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 841 mm (33 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, August receives substantial rainfall, averaging 105 mm (4.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, March brings less snow/rainfall, with 40 mm (1.6 in) over 13 snowy/rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 225 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Otterbäcken Temperature page.
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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Otterbäcken vs World: Rainfall Compared
Otterbäcken's average annual precipitation is 841 mm (33 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
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 Otterbäcken:
- 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 Otterbäcken's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Otterbäcken Climate page.
