Persåsen Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Persåsen, Jämtland, Sweden. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

On average, Persåsen receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 771 mm (30 in). Despite this overall moderate level, the city experiences distinct dry season during certain months throughout the year, as illustrated in the precipitation charts below.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Persåsen, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives high rainfall, with an average of 106 mm (4.2 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 38 mm (1.5 in) over 13 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -2°C (28°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Persåsen 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.

Persåsen vs World: Rainfall Compared

Persåsen's average annual precipitation is 771 mm (30 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.

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

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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 Persåsen:

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