Ristijärvi Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ristijärvi, Eastern Finland, Finland. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
On average, Ristijärvi receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 782 mm (31 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Ristijärvi can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 99 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation over 16 rainy days.
In contrast April, experiences much drier conditions, with 41 mm (1.6 in) of snow/rainfall, spread across 14 snowy/rainy days.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 267 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 6°C (43°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ristijärvi Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Finland: City Comparison
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.
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Ristijärvi vs World: Rainfall Compared
Ristijärvi's average annual precipitation is 782 mm (31 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm (42 in), with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with 1000 mm (39 in) of annual rainfall, mostly in the summer.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
- 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 Ristijärvi's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Ristijärvi Climate page.
