Ramsau Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ramsau, Bavaria, Germany. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Ramsau has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1960 mm (77 in) of rain/snowfall per year. It does, however, have a distinct rainy season during certain months. Have a look at our detailed charts below to see how precipitation varies throughout the year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Ramsau offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between June (236 mm (9.3 in)) and November (116 mm (4.6 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 201 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ramsau Temperature page.

Ramsau's average annual precipitation is 1960 mm (77 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.

Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.

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 Ramsau:

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