Pertunmaa Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pertunmaa, Eastern Finland, Finland. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Generally, Pertunmaa receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 713 mm (28 in) annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Pertunmaa, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 85 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, March, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 38 mm (1.5 in) over 16 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 19°C (66°F). During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 2°C (36°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pertunmaa 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.

Pertunmaa vs World: Rainfall Compared

Pertunmaa's average annual precipitation is 713 mm (28 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

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.

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Pertunmaa:

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