Raufoss Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Raufoss, Oppland, Norway. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.

On average, Raufoss receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 919 mm (36 in).

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The seasons in Raufoss, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives high rainfall, with an average of 111 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 48 mm (1.9 in) over 13 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 20°C (68°F). The city receives 197 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month February you can expect a temperature of -1°C (30°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Raufoss Temperature page.

Raufoss's average annual precipitation is 919 mm (36 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, experiences 541 mm (21 in) of rainfall annually, with wet winters and dry summers typical of southern Spain.

In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.

Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, receives 1955 mm (77 in) of annual rainfall, with a pronounced wet season from May to November, typical of its tropical monsoon climate.

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.

Rainy Seasons: Many parts of the world have well-defined wet seasons where precipitation is distinctly higher. These are normally accompanied by lush vegetation and temperature patterns.

Dry Seasons: In areas where the climate is either desert or Mediterranean, the amount of precipitation is drastically reduced, leading to a shortage of water and arid conditions.

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