Ruokolahti Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Ruokolahti, Southern Finland, Finland. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Generally, Ruokolahti has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 723 mm (28 in) of rain/snowfall annually.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 85 mm (3.3 in) of precipitation, spread over 14 rainy days.

In contrast, April experiences a drier climate, with about 40 mm (1.6 in) of rainfall spread across 14 rainy days.

July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C (73°F). During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 9°C (48°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Ruokolahti Temperature page.

Ruokolahti's average annual precipitation is 723 mm (28 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

New York City, USA, receives 1276 mm (50 in) of rainfall annually, with precipitation evenly distributed throughout the year.

In Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.

In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.

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