Saue Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Saue, Harjumaa, Estonia. This average is based on long-term data collected between 1990 and 2020. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Generally, Saue experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 757 mm (30 in) yearly.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Saue can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 94 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast March, experiences much drier conditions, with 40 mm (1.6 in) of snow/rainfall, spread across 15 snowy/rainy days.
August, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 22°C (72°F). The city receives 256 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month March you can expect a temperature of 4°C (39°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Saue Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Estonia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Estonia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Saue vs World: Rainfall Compared
Saue's average annual precipitation is 757 mm (30 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.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual precipitation is 1528 mm (60 in), with significant summer rains due to typhoon season.
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.
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.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Saue's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Saue Climate page.
