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

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Ratingen. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.

Ratingen has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1009 mm of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The wettest period in Ratingen occurs in December, which receives around 99 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, April, Ratingen experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 62 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.

December, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 7°C and receives 47 hours of sunshine. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 16°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Ratingen Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Germany

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

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Ratingen’s average annual precipitation is 1009 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, receives an average annual precipitation of 400 mm, making it one of the drier Mediterranean climates with rainfall mostly in winter.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm, with a humid subtropical climate.

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

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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 Ratingen:

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