Røldal Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Røldal, Hordaland, Norway. These values are calculated using 30 years of data (1990–2020) to ensure accuracy. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.

Røldal has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2252 mm (89 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

The climate in Røldal shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 272 mm (11 in) of precipitation during the wettest month January, distributed over 24 snowy days.

In contrast, May offers drier and sunnier days, with around 111 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall over 16 rainy days.

January, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of -2°C (28°F). During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Røldal Temperature page.

Røldal's average annual precipitation is 2252 mm (89 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.

Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.

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.

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