Pettenbach Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Pettenbach, Austria. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Pettenbach experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1393 mm (55 in) of precipitation annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Pettenbach experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 156 mm (6.1 in) in June, the wettest month, and 85 mm (3.3 in) in November, the driest month.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 183 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 8°C (46°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Pettenbach Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Austria: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Austria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Pettenbach vs World: Rainfall Compared
Pettenbach's average annual precipitation is 1393 mm (55 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.
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.
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.
- 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 Pettenbach's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Pettenbach Climate page.
