Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein, Styria, Austria. These averages rely on historical data collected over 30 years, from 1990 to 2020. Let's explore the details to provide you with a complete overview.
Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1172 mm (46 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
The climate in Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect 151 mm (5.9 in) of precipitation during the wettest month June, distributed over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 54 mm (2.1 in) of snowfall over 13 snowy days.
June, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 21°C (70°F). The city receives 182 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month January you can expect a temperature of 1°C (34°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Austria: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Austria. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein vs World: Rainfall Compared
Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein's average annual precipitation is 1172 mm (46 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 Shanghai, China, the annual average precipitation is 1347 mm (53 in), with a humid subtropical climate.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
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.
Precipitation has a very strong role in determining the local climate and ecosystem:
- 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.
- 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 Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Sankt Kathrein am Hauenstein Climate page.
