Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald Rainfall & Precipitation: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

This page shows the average amount of rainfall per month in Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average. Let’s explore the details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1379 mm of rain/snowfall per year.

Monthly Precipitation Levels

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

Year-round, Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, May, with 143 mm, and the driest month, November, with 98 mm, is minimal.

May, the city’s wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 18°C and receives 172 hours of sunshine. During the driest month November you can expect a temperature of 8°C. For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, visit our Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald Temperature page.

Annual Precipitation in Germany

The map below shows the annual precipitation across Germany. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

Amsterdam Precipitation Compared World Wide

Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald’s average annual precipitation is 1379 mm. Let’s compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:

Chicago, USA, sees an annual precipitation of 1062 mm, with rain and snow contributing to its humid climate.

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

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

Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.

How is Precipitation Measured?

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.

Global Warming and Precipitation

Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald:

• Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
• Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.

For more detailed information about Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald’s weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sankt Georgen im Schwarzwald Climate page.