Poschiavo Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Poschiavo. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Now, let’s break down all the details for a clearer picture.

Poschiavo is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1260 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Poschiavo, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives high rainfall, with an average of 137 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 61 mm over 14 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 16°C. The city receives 188 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -2°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Poschiavo Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Switzerland

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Poschiavo’s average annual precipitation is 1260 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm, evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Interesting weather facts

• "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
• The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm wide and 20 cm thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
• The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters fell during the winter of 1972.

For more detailed information about Poschiavo’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Poschiavo Climate page.