Paltamo Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Paltamo, Eastern Finland, Finland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

On average, Paltamo receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 763 mm (30 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))

The seasons in Paltamo, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 40 mm (1.6 in) over 14 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 267 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Paltamo Temperature page.

Annual Rainfall in Finland: City Comparison

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Finland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Paltamo vs World: Rainfall Compared

Paltamo's average annual precipitation is 763 mm (30 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm (16 in), making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:

• 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.

• 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 Paltamo's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Paltamo Climate page.