Riva San Vitale Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Riva San Vitale, Canton of Ticino, Switzerland. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Riva San Vitale experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1633 mm (64 in) of precipitation annually. However, this abundant rainfall is not evenly distributed, with a distinct rainy season during certain months. You can clearly see this in our monthly precipitation graphs below.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Riva San Vitale can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 182 mm (7.2 in) of precipitation over 13 rainy days.
In contrast January, experiences much drier conditions, with 69 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall, spread across 11 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 11°C (52°F). The city receives 66 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Riva San Vitale Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Switzerland: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Switzerland. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Riva San Vitale vs World: Rainfall Compared
Riva San Vitale's average annual precipitation is 1633 mm (64 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
In Seoul, South Korea, the average annual precipitation is 1237 mm (49 in), with most rain falling during the summer monsoon season.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
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 Riva San Vitale's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Riva San Vitale Climate page.
