Saalbach Hinterglemm Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation

This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Saalbach Hinterglemm, Salzburg, Austria. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.

Saalbach Hinterglemm has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1841 mm (72 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))

Saalbach Hinterglemm offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between June (222 mm (8.7 in)) and January (104 mm (4.1 in)) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.

June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C (64°F). The city receives 161 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of -1°C (30°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Saalbach Hinterglemm Temperature page.

Saalbach Hinterglemm's average annual precipitation is 1841 mm (72 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

In Toronto, Canada, annual precipitation averages 964 mm (38 in), with snowy winters and rainy summers.

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

Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.

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.

• The U.S. has a significant number of thunderstorms every year, with over 14.6 million taking place across the world annually.
• Approximately 70% of lightning bolts strike land rather than oceans.
• A storm named John was the longest-lasting Pacific tropical storm, continuing for 31 days. As it crossed the dateline twice, it changed status from a hurricane to a typhoon and back to a hurricane.

For more detailed information about Saalbach Hinterglemm's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Saalbach Hinterglemm Climate page.