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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Puumala. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

On average, Puumala receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 856 mm.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Puumala, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 103 mm of precipitation.

This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 41 mm over 14 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 6°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Puumala Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Finland

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.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Puumala’s average annual precipitation is 856 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

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

Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Puumala:

• 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.

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